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One of the largest statues of Lord Ganesh in southern India. It has a height of 4.6 meters and is carved out of a single boulder. The belly of Ganesha has been chiseled in such a manner that it resembles a Bengal gram (known as Kadalekalu in the local language). The temple hall is decorated with tall and slender granite pillars.
A spectacular temple of Lord Manjunatha on the Kadri hills. It is said to be built during the 10th or 11th century and was converted to a complete stone structure during the 14th century. The bronze (panchaloha) idol of Lokeshwar, about 5 feet high present in the temple is considered as the oldest of the South Indian temples. It has an inscription dated 968 A.D, engraved on the pedestal.
One of the panoramic tourist places in Chikmagalur surrounded by serene valleys and has a small temple of Veerabhadra.
A temple built in 987 AD. It was an important agrahara from the times of the western Chalukyas.
Kedareswara temple is a Hoysala era construction in the historically important town of Halabedu. It's a Trikuta temple, dedicated to Shiva in the form of Kedareshwara.
The temple which is built in Dravida Vimana style and dates back to the Ganga period. There is so many renovatipons and additions has done in this architectural wonder.
The Kudroli Bhagavathi Temple is on a two-acre scenic plot in the coronary heart of Mangalore in Karnataka. It is near Hampankatta. The temple is extra than thousand years old. The four renovated temple complexes had been built via Karnataka and Kerala artisans using black granite and wooden carvings.
Kukke Subramanya is located amidst hills of Subramanya in western ghats. Lord Subramanya is the deity worshiped in the form of a Cobra in the temple.
One of the oldest Hindu temples built in 5th century by the Kings of Chalukya Dynasty . Historical place which shows the architectural wonder of Karnataka
Architectural wonder, Historical place and a main pilgrimage tourist center in Karnataka. Home » Gadag » Mahadeva Temple Mahadeva Temple AUGUST 1, 2011 BY RAGGI MUDDE District: Koppal Town: Itagi Temple: Mahadeva Temple Mahadeva Temple mahadeva-temple-itagi The Mahadeva Temple was built along the plans of the Amruteshwara Temple constructed at Annigeri. The temple’s carvings, sculptures, pillars and tower stand proof to the immense talent of Chalukyan artists.
The city of Mangalore is named after the presiding deity, Mangaladevi. The temple is built in Kerala style architecture, with most of its structure made of wood.
The ancient and sacred temple dedicated to Male Mahadeswara surrounded by beautiful hills with dense greenery
Hindu temple dedicated to a form of the goddess Durga. There is so many specialties for this temple.
"Murdeshwar" is another name of the Hindu god Shiva. Famous for the world's tallest Shiva statue, this beach town lies on the coast of the Arabian Sea and is also famous for the Murdeshwar Temple.
Also called as Pearl valley. The place is well known for its cascades and the mountain ranges. Nearby the falls, there is a small temple dedicated to Lord Shiva
An ancient shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva which was constructed in a mix of gothic and Islamic styles. Omkareshwara Temple was built by Lingarajendra in 1820 CE. The Shivalinga installed inside the temple is believed to be brought from Kashi.
The temple is placed over a hilly area and is said to be associated with one of the most renowned saints in India-Raghavendra swamy.
The temple is dedicated to an eminent Hindu religious teacher and philosopher Shri Sharana Basaweswara. One of the main tourist attraction in Karnataka by its architectural wonder and religious relevance.
Mountain peak with a height of 1368 Meter and a Hindu pilgrimage center. Popular for trekking and rock climbing. Beware of monkeys.
There is an 85 feet tall Shiva statue.this is a growing pilgrimage location. 1500 tonnes statue of Lord Shiva is considered as the second largest one in India.