- Koodli Temple Complex
- Confluence of rivers Tunga & Bhadra.
- Known as the Dakshina Kashi (Southern Varanasi).
- Temples: Rameshwara & Narasimha.
- Peaceful setting with strong spiritual vibes.
- Keladi Rameshwara Temple
- Built by the Keladi Nayakas in the 16th century.
- Dedicated to Lord Rameshwara (Shiva).
- Dravidian-style architecture with detailed carvings.
- Important stop for history + spirituality seekers.
- Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple
- Situated near the Sharavathi backwaters.
- Goddess Chowdeshwari is believed to protect devotees from evil forces.
- Unique experience: coracle ride across the river to reach the temple.
- Kundadri Hill Jain Temple
- 17th-century Jain Basadi dedicated to Lord Parshwanatha.
- Located on a hilltop with breathtaking sunrise views.
- Popular for meditation and spiritual retreats.
- Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple
- Majestic temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
- Showcases brilliant Vijayanagara-style architecture.
- Stone carvings and massive Nandi statue are highlights.
- Sharavathi Maha Ganapathi Temple (Jog Falls Area)
- Temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha.
- Visited by devotees before heading to Jog Falls.
- Considered auspicious for new beginnings.
- Anandapura Lake Temple
- Temple built in the middle of a serene lake.
- Devotees reach it via a small bridge.
- Spiritual atmosphere surrounded by natural beauty.
- Shivappa Nayaka Palace Temples
- Though known as a palace, it houses ancient shrines within.
- A blend of history and devotion.
Why Visit These Temples?
- Blend of spirituality, history, and architecture.
- Many are in scenic settings (riverbanks, hills, backwaters).
Tomorrow is the most important thing in life. Comes into us at midnight very clean. It's perfect when it arrives and it puts itself in our hands. It hopes we've learned something from yesterday.
