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 […]
