Varaha Vasudeva Swamy Temple, Karnataka

Address

Varaha Vasudeva Swamy Temple Abdul Nazeer Sab Colony, SH81, Gundlupete, Karnataka 571111

Diety

Varaha Vasudeva Swamy

Introduction

A very old temple which now lies in a dilapidated condition. There is a very beautifully constructed ‘Kalyani’ beside this temple. The idol of main deity is kept inside the Vijaya Narayana Swamy temple in gundlupet. Very beautiful and unique ancient historic temple complex which lies in total ruins. The he temple has undergone timely renovations. But the temple still in dilapidated condition. Sadly, this is not a protected monument with the state or the centre archaeology department. It was built in 16th Century in Vijayanagara Style. It’s the old template located in Gundlupet town. The temple was constructed during the rule of King Chikka Devaraja Wodeyar of the Kingdom of Mysore during his reign from 1673-1704 A.D apparently in response to the taunts of the Maratha prince of Tanjore. The temple is near Gundlupet town in the Chamarajanagar district of Karnataka state, India.

Century/Period/Age

16th century A.D.

Nearest Bus Station

Gundlupete

Nearest Railway Station

Mysore

Nearest Airport

Mysore

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