Temples & Heritage · Weekend Getaways

Somanathapura: Small Temple, Big Detail

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Triple-shrined Keshava temple at Somanathapura

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Somanathapura is the easiest Hoysala temple to reach from Bengaluru, and the best preserved. Three shrines share a single hall, each topped by its own tower.

Why it’s worth the detour

  1. The towers are intact, which is rare.
  2. The courtyard is enclosed, so it’s quiet even on weekends.
  3. You can see the whole complex in an hour and still be in Mysuru for lunch.

Outer wall of the Keshava temple