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Introduction and History in Brief
Madhukeshwara Temple or Madhukeshvara temple is the epicenter of the town as the town has grown around it. The temple was originally considered to be dedicated to Madhava, one of the twenty-four incarnations of Vishnu.
The Madhukeshwara temple gets its name from the honey-hued Shiva Lingam inside the sanctum. The temple dates back to the 9th century and hence is one of Karnataka’s oldest temples. It was commissioned by Mayura Sharma from the Kadamba dynasty. This was the first royal dynasty of Karnataka.
However at present it is dedicated to Shiva who is represented in his linga form. Due to its honey-like color, this linga, and consequently the temple, is named as Madhukeshwara (Madhu = honey). The temple has undergone substantial additions and alterations from the times of the Western Chalukyas right up to the Sonda (Sode) chiefs.
The present temple compound has a prakara wall housing the main temple and various other subsidiary structures. This prakara wall along with many of its subsidiary structures can be dated to the Sonda period of sixteenth century CE. The prakara wall has two entrances, main entrance from the east, and an another entrance from the north. Two magnificent stone elephants are placed outside the eastern entrance. On entering inside the compound, a visitor is greeted with two tall dipa-stambhas.
The temple faces east. The main temple was probably constructed by the Kadambas and comprises of a square garbhagriha, a small sukhanasi and a pillared navaranga hall. A pradakshinapatha (circumambulatory path) around the garbhagriha puts the temple in sandhara temple category. At present the garbhagriha enshrines a large Shivalinga however it seems that it was placed at some later period.
There are two niches on either side of sukhanasi in the navaranga hall. There is an image of Adi-Madhava in one of the niche, many believe that this might be the original image of this temple. The sculpture depicts features and style which may be attributed to the Kadamba period. Super structure above the garbhagriha is a later renovation, in the Vijayanagara times, which is carried in the Kadamba stepped shikhara style.
A later navaranga of the Kalyana Chalukya times was constructed in 11th or 12th century CE. It has three entrances, one on east, south and north. In contrast of the square base pillars of the original navaranga, this navaranga hall has ornate lathe turned pillars. Local tradition mentions that it was here where Allama Prabhu defeated the dancer queen Shantala. On the eastern entrance of this hall, a large stone Nandi is placed. The local guide and priest will tell you the engineering behind the turned face of the Nandi as with one eye he sees the Shivalinga and with another the Parvati temple. The slanted roof of this mandapa reminds of the various similar Kalyana Chalukya structures strewn across the Western Ghats region.
Temple Photos
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Presiding Deity
Lord Shiva ❤️🙏
Timing
Opens from morning 6:00am to 2:00 pm again from 4:00pm till 8:00pm in the evening!
Best time to visit: Try to visit the temple during winters as it can cause health difficulties during summers because of humidity.
Aarti Timing
Details awaited.
Basic Facilities
Drinking Water, CCTV Security, Prasad, Puja Samagri, 4 Satsang Hall, Shoe Store, Wash Rooms.
Activities
Details awaited.
Festivals
Ganesh chaturthi,Navratris,Mahashivratri and Durga pooja are the main festivals which are always celebrated here.
Famous Temples Nearby
Banavasi Sri Kadambeshwara temple
Basavanna Temple
Nagara katti
Aadhi Madhukeshwara Temple Etc..
Near by Shops & Markets
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Nearby Dharamshalas
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Hotels near Temple
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Restaurants near Temple
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Nearby Hospitals
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Concerned Police Stations
Banavasi Police Station
Taluq, Sirsa, Main Rd, Banavasi, Karnataka 581318
083842 64210
Managment Commity
Details awaited.
Miscellaneous information
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Legal information
The temple is situated on legal site taking care by Govt. and Mandir Community, there is no legal obligation on Temple Property or Temple Schedule, Criteria,Rules etc..
Facilities to hold Functions
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Library
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Akhadas
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Mehants, Pujaris, Archakas and Sewayats
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Gau Sewa, Birds and otheranimals Sewa
Initiattives like Pashu Sewa, Pakshi Sewa, Langar Sewa, Vedic Pathshalas etc Plannings in process.
Langar Sewa
Details awaited.
Gurukul/Vedic Pathshalas
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Mitra Mandal Link for Advice/Guidance*
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Modes of Travel
Banavasi lies in Malenadu region and is surrounded by forests and villages, with the Varada river flowing around it on three sides. Sirsi, is the nearest town about 23 km away. It is 400 km from Bengaluru. The nearest railway stations are 70 km away in Haveri and Talaguppa. The district Headquarters is Karwar.
By Air
Karnataka can be easily reached by air as there are several airports here, including one of the best airports in the country, the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. One of the busiest airports in India, KIAL receives flights from all over the world and several parts of the country. There are direct flights from major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Jaipur and Kolkata along with various other smaller cities as well. Domestic airlines that operate out of here are IndiGo, Air India, Spicejet, Vistara, AirAsia etc. The airport is also connected to several international destinations too. Thai Airways, Cathay Pacific, Malaysian Airlines, Emirates and several other airlines too fly to Bengaluru. The airport is at a distance from the city but there are several convenient ways to reach there including cab services such as Ola and Uber. There are regular buses which also take you to the airport at a very reasonable rate.
Karnataka’s other international airport in Mangalore is called Mangalore International Airport. While not as glamorous as the airport in Bengaluru, the Mangalore airport serves those who are coming in from the Middle East and Gulf countries. The airport is 13kms away from Mangalore city centre and is located on top of a hill.
By Train
Haveri Railway Station is the nearest railhead to Banavasi, situated at a distance of about 70 km. Haveri is well connected to major cities of India such as Mangalore and Mumbai. Travellers can hire taxis and cabs or take buses to reach Banavasi from here.
By Road
Tourists can avail buses from major cities such as Mangalore, Mysore and Bangalore for Sirsi and thereafter, they can take bus for Banavasi.
Visitors view about the Temple
Address for Visiting and Donation Purpose
Madhukeshwara Temple, Banavasi
Ratha Beedi, Banavasi, Karnataka 581318
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