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Hassan is a picturesque town in the heart of malnad with a pleasant climate. It is about 180 KM from Bangalore the capital city of Karnataka. The Hoysalas brought world wide acclaim to the district through their unique style of Temple Architecture. It has been named after the towns presiding Goddess"Hasanamba" and is called Karnatakas temple-architecture capital. Hassan dates back to the 11th century under the rule of the Hoysala Dynasty (11-14th century) who were largely influenced by Jainism. The town is home to the Master Control Facility of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It was founded in the 11th century by Channa Krishnappa Naik a Palegar (chieften).
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