Melukote

Melukote is a historic Vaishnavite pilgrimage town in Mandya district, centered on the roughly 1,000-year-old Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple, one of the region’s most revered Vishnu shrines. The town also holds the Yoga Narasimha Temple on its hilltop, the Thirunarayanapuram Temple on the Kaveri’s banks, and the Kalyani, one of the largest temple tanks in the area, reflecting Melukote’s long association with Sri Ramanujacharya and Vaishnava tradition. Its hilltop setting and cluster of ancient temples make it a rewarding stop for heritage travelers. Explore the articles below for Melukote’s temples and sightseeing.

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