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Hobli in Karnataka, India
Photo: Ankush Manuja, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Halebidu is a town in Hassan district of Karnataka, between 2 major districts of Hassan & Chikmagalur. It's famous for its Hoysaleswara Temple, listed as one of the world heritage centers.
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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.
Mostly a collection of sculptures, with some wood carvings, maps and photos as well.
Ask at the museum ticket office for a free brochure, this has a map on which you can see how to get there.
Choose between covered al-fresco dining on the patio, or dine in the garden. A respectable selection of north and south Indian dishes, as well as some token western items.
Tourists usually stay in Hassan and reach Halebeedu and Belur first, before getting back to Hassan.
Read in the guideThe bus stand is located right opposite to the temple, and the museum complex is inside the temple complex. The museum is closed on Thursdays.
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