Siddhesvara Temple (Siddheswara or Siddesvara), also known as Purada Siddeshwara was built with soapstone and is located in Haveri. The temple is similar to the Chalukyan temples based near Haveri. Initially, the temple was constructed as a Vaishnava temple, but later in the years, the Jains removed the images and thus the Shiva temple was […]
Galageshwara Temple, Haveri
Galageshwara Temple is in the Haveri district of Karnataka. The temple, also knowns as Galaganatha Temple, is located in a small village named Galaganath, which was earlier known as Palluni. The village is famous for the temple, which was constructed during the rule of Chalukyas. It is a breathtaking Shiva Temple with sculptures and intricate […]
Tarakeshwara Temple – An Ode to Lord Shiva
Located in the otherwise unknown town of Hangal, the Tarakeshwara temple is truly a fine example of the architectural marvel of our medieval times. The temple which is dedicated to the Hindu god Lord Shiva is assigned to the mid-12th century A.D. The name of the temple is derived from the Tarakeshwara form of Lord […]
Haveri – A Reflection of Bygone Grandeur
A core area of Western Chalukya architectural activity, Haveri epitomizes the rich culture and heritage of a bygone era. Ancient temples, old tanks, a peacock sanctuary, a blackbuck sanctuary, all add up to the unique charm of Haveri. Spread across an area of 4848 sq. km, Haveri district occupies its position exactly at the center […]
Madhukeshwara Temple
District: Uttara Kanada Town: Banavasi Temple: Madhukeshwara temple Madhukeshwara Temple The Madhukeshwara Temple is located in Banavasi town in Uttara Kannada district. The Madhukeshwara Temple – Overview The Madhukeshwara temple is located in Banavasi, an ancient town on the borders of the Uttara Kannada and Shimoga districts. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is believed to […]
Mukteshwara Temple
District: Haveri Town: Chaudayyadanapura Temple: The Mukteshwara Temple The Mukteshwara Temple The district of Haveri in Karnataka is dotted with hundreds of temples dedicated to different Gods and Goddesses and built by various dynasties in their own styles like the Dravidian, Hoysala, Chalukyas and Vijayanagara. The Mukteshwara Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, sitting on the […]
