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Unlike the other Hoysala structures, generally dedicated to Lord Vishnu, this Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Temple was built by the Minister to Hoysala Dynasty, a devotee of Lord Shiva, The temple has 2 Sanctums for Lord Shiva (Hoysaleshwara and Kedareshwara), one built for the King and the other built for the Queen. 2 huge sculptures of Nandi, the vehicle of Lord Shiva are present in front of the Sanctums. The Star structure, a major architecture for any Hoysala structure, is present in this temple too. The Star joins the 2 sanctums on the outer part. Major sculptures, showing the episodes from Mahabaratha are carved on the outer structure of the temple. Though a major of them have been plundered, the way the carvings have been made are still an attraction to watch. Pooja inside the Temple is done only in the mornings, only once.