How to reach Hassan? : Roadway :
Private and Government buses ply regularly between Mysore, Mangalore and Bangalore. : Railway :
Hassan is connected by rail with Bangalore, Mysore, Mangalore, Shimoga & Arsikere. : Airway :
The nearest Airports are at Bangalore (186 Kms) & Mangalore (168 Kms).
History of Hassan
Hassan is the Headquarters of the Malanad District. The original town was adjacent to the Village Channapatna. It was founded in the 11th century, by Channa Krishnappa Naik, a Palegar. The place is called Hassan after the Goddess "Hasanamba", the smiling Goddess, presiding deity of the town. The temple of Hasanamba will be opened only once in a year about a week, during the second Ashwayuja (October). A big Jatra(shandi or fair) will be held on this occasion.