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Town in Karnataka, India
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Bankapura is a small historical town in Central Karnataka, India.
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An important conservation centre not only for peafowl but a number of native Indian birds.
A 12th century temple built by the Western Chalaukya Dynasty, it was partially destroyed by the invading armies of Firoz Shah Bahmani in 1406. However, parts of the temples have survived and kept its architectural beauty intact.
Bankapura is at a distance of 22 kilometres by road from Haveri on the way to Hubballi by National Highway 48.
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