Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi — Shimoga
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Where is Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi? Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi is a Shiva mandir in SH1, Shimoga, Karnataka.
Deity: Shiva
Location: SH1, Shimoga, Karnataka
Address: SH1
Postal code: 577428
Where is Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi? Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi is a Shiva mandir in SH1, Shimoga, Karnataka. Includes a photo gallery. Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi is listed on AllMandir with address, map, directions, and links to nearby mandirs.
History & significance
Recognised as Monument of National Importance.
The Kedareshvara temple is located in the town of Balligavi, near Shikaripura in the Shimoga district of Karnataka state, India. Dotted with centres of learning (agrahara), Balligavi was an important city during the 11th - 12th century Western Chalukya rule. The term Anadi Rajadhani used in medieval inscriptions to describe this town tells a tale of great antiquity. Art historian Adam Hardy classifies the style involved in the construction of the temple as "Later Chalukya, non mainstream, relatively close to mainstream". He dates the temple to late 11th century, with inscriptional evidence of additions made up to 1131, by the Hoysalas during their control over the region.
Temple questions
Where is Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi?
Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi is a Shiva mandir in SH1, Shimoga, Karnataka.
What are Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi darshan timings?
Check Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi darshan timings on AllMandir or contact the temple before visiting. Festival days often have different hours.
Which deity is worshipped at Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi?
Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi is a Shiva mandir in SH1, Shimoga, Karnataka.
How do I reach Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi?
Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi is in SH1, Shimoga, Karnataka (SH1). Open the AllMandir temple page for the map and directions.
