Credit: Jereesh Thomas
A testament to Hoysala architecture and craftsmanship, the Lakshminarasimha Temple is the hidden gem of Javagal, Karnataka.
History and Architecture
The temple was built in 1250 AD by Hoysala King Vira Someshwara. It features a trikuta temple with three shrines connected by a common hall, where the central shrine is dedicated to Lord Narasimha.
The outer wall of the temple is adorned with 140 wall panel images illustrating scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata and depictions of deities like Rama, Lakshmana, Badrinarayana, and Ananthapadmanabha .
There are six friezes at the base of the outer walls that depict swans, makara, leafy scrolls, and scenes from Hindu epics. It’s a visual retreat for those who have an interest in history.
Timing and entry
The temple is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Entry is free.