Mahakuta Old Mahakuteswara Temple – Karnataka

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Mahakuta Old Mahakuteswara Temple – Karnataka

Mahakuta, Bagalkot district,

Govanaki, Karnataka 587201

Moolavar

Mahakuteswara

Introduction

Old Mahakuteswara Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Mahakuta village near Badami in Bagalkot district of Karnataka state, India. The temple is situated at about 2.5 Kms from the main Mahakuta Group of Temples. This temple is situated close to historical Badami town.

Puranic Significance

The Temple is believed to be 1500 years old. This temple is facing towards east and built on a raised platform. The temple can be accessed through flight of steps. Nandi can be seen facing the sanctum. The temple consists of Sanctum and Mandapa. The Sanctum houses granite Shiva Linga. The Sanctum follows Gajaprastha style of architecture. There is a Pushkarini (Kalyani) in front of the temple. The water overflows the pond during monsoons. The overflowing water goes through well-built canals. There is Nandi facing Linga on the banks of the Kalyani.