Temple

Situated in Arasikere town of Hassan district, Karnataka, Shree Ishvara Temple is a ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was built during the Hoysala Empire in 1220 CE. At present, the temple is conserved & maintained by Archaeological Survey of India.

Legend

Unknown.

Architecture

The temple is considered the most complex one in architecture among surviving Hoysala monuments because of its ground plan: a 16-pointed star shaped mantapa (hall), in addition to an asymmetrical star shaped shrine, whose star points are of three different types. The temple is a ekakuta shrine (single shrine or cella) with two mantapas (hall), one open and one closed. All three units are connected to form a unity. The sanctum (garbhagriha) enshrines a linga. The ceilings of the temple are decorated.

Darsan Info

Temple is now maintained by Archeological Department and hence no rituals.

Darsan Dresscode

No Specific Dress Code.

Culture

Karnataka, the IT hub of Indian Subcontinent, like every other destination, has its own
distinctive characteristics. The contribution of Karnataka to the composite culture of
India is no way inferior to that of any other region of India. Its contribution in the
fields of art, music, religion and philosophy are exemplary. The culture of Karnataka is
so vibrant that it adds new flavor to its very existence. Arsikere (literally means the queen's pond) is a town and taluka in the Hassan district, Karnataka. The place is home to many beautiful temples.

Temple Rituals

Temple is now maintained by Archeological Department and hence no rituals.

Special Rituals

Temple is now maintained by Archeological Department and hence no rituals.

Additional Info