The Nanneshwara Temple is located in Lakkundi village. The Nanneshwara Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva has a single Linga which is located in a dark Garbhagraha in the temple.
Gadag
A place of historical importance, Gadag lies in the state of Karnataka in India. This place is famous for its ancient Hindu and Jain temples and medieval architecture. This district came into being in the year 1997 having split from the district of Dharwad and the place is popular for its printing and handloom industry. The influence of the Western Chalukyan Empire can be seen in the spiritual and cultural practices of this place. Constructed between the 10th and 12th century by the Kings of Chalukyan Empire, the Trikuteshewara Temple is famous for its style of architecture and the temple has three Shivalingas carved out of a single rock.
Kasivisvesvara Temple, Gadag. Image courtesy Dineshkannambadi
The Veeranarayana Temple constructed during 1117 CE has the style of architecture influenced by the Chalukya, Hoysala and Vijayanagara empires. The Archaeological Survey of India has declared this as a protected monument. The Magadi Bird Sanctuary which has 134 species of birds attracts tourists and nature lovers from around the globe. A perfect example of Mughal architecture, the Jumma Masjid built in 1675 by Aurangazeb is a place worth visiting. The beautiful temple tank Naga Kunda is also quite popular among tourists. Some of the other spots worth seeing in this area are the Brahma Jinalaya – a Jain Temple, the Basaveshwara Statue, the Dambala Temple complex, and the Dattatraya Temple. The best time to visit this place is from November to January. Learn more about Gadag here.
Gadag – Of Temples and History
Gadag is a temple town in Karnataka. Gadag was the centre of the erstwhile Chalukyan Empire. Know more about sightseeing and temples in Gadag.
Kasivisvesvara Temple – the Abode of Dual Shrine
Kasivisvesvara or the Kashivishveshvara Temple is located in Lakkundi. Know more about Kasivisvesvara and its architecture.
Veeranarayana Temple: A Destination for the Devotees of Lord Vishnu
Veeranarayana Temple in Gadag is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Know about Veeranarayana Temple’s architecture, history, and legends.
Nargund Fort, Gadag – Reminder of Lost Heritage
Nargund Fort in Gadag district of Karnataka is a historical structure that was constructed by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The fort was witness to several historic events and armed rebellions before succumbing to the forces of nature.
The Magadi Bird Sanctuary – A Place for Bird Watchers
Famous for the Bar Headed Goose, the Magadi Bird Sanctuay is a place that’s built on the Magadi Tank (known locally as Magade Kere), in the Shirahatti taluk of Gadag district, around 26 km from Gadag. Migratory birds from Central Asia have been frequenting this place for over 10 years now. The tank spans 134 […]
Venkateshwara Temple
The Venkateshwara Temple in Ramenhalli near Gadag is another of the ancient monuments that make Gadag such an important tourist and pilgrim spot.
Trikuteshwara Temple
The Trikuteshwara Temple is a beautiful Shiva Temple in Gadag town, Gadag district in North Karnataka.
Someshwara Temple
The beautiful temple of Someshwara lies in the Lakshmeshwara temple which falls under the Gadag district of Karnataka.
Navalinga Temple
Kuknur, located in the Koppal district of Karnataka, is popular for its temples constructed by Chalukyas and Ratrakutas. The most famous temple among them is the Navalinga Temple.
