Beautiful architecture... The monument is well preserved... there’s no worship in the temple... guides can help you know more about the history and the architecture.. it’s too cool inside the temple even in hot days... Good place for photography... Entrance Ticket bookings are online and not available at the counter...

Must visit temple. No active poojas being done as the idols are ruined by invaders in 1200 century. We hired a guide, charged 400, explained very well. 500 people constructed this temple for 58 years. Every carving detail is mesmerizing. Well maintained, neat and clean. Such temples give positive vibes when we visit. Scan QR code at the temple itself and buy tickets online. I am attaching the instructions pic for the same here.

This was my first temple visit in South. I blew away by the beauty this temple gives. The Architecture is so beautiful it context all Ramayana & Mahabharata very well and every block & pillar offer something new to witnessed. Felt so happy to learn about this temple through our guide. How much beauty and learning is there from our mythology.

A classic example of the famous Hoysala architecture and one of the three temples of the kind to be nominated in the Unesco World Heritage list. Unfortunately, this temple is no longer used as a place of worship because the idols have been broken and desecrated by the invading Muslim armies. However, the beauty of the temple still charms thousands of visitors who visit the site to witness the magnificent artistic and engineering achievements of the era, to seek the Lord's blessing and admire the delicate carvings and sculptures, whose beauty is unequal and as unique as the God that it houses.

It's a marvelous architectural place. Brilliant plan and awesome place to visit Opening time is 8:30. Better visit early to see the wonder with peace . Maintenance- Central government Entry fees-20 rs- Online spot booking.

Architecture of temple is simply mind blowing. The detail with each and every stone is carved is commendable. One should must visit if you admire and enjoy experiencing the beauty of historical places and monuments.

This is the epitome of Hoysala art and architecture. In aspects of still having the gopura, this is a step ahead of the temples at Belur and Halebidu. It is best to hire a guide to better understand the temple. It would take multiple visits to comprehend the temple architecture in its entirety. There are more than 3000 small and large carvings on the temple walls. The inscription says it took 58 years to build the temple from soapstone mined from the earth. The Vishnu avataras, the stories from Ramayana, Mahabharata and the puranas come alive on the walls of the temple. The three gopuras are an indication of the three principle deities Keshava, Janardhana and Venugopala. The intricate carvings on the gopuras and decorative art are out of the world. The lifestyle of the people of the era has been captured by the sculptors in complex carvings. The smooth pillars inside the main complex made using country lathe of that era is a sight to behold. The intricate carvings on the roof is another wonder to be explored. A must visit for any travel enthusiast.

It is a marvel of Hindu culture and exceptional Hoysala architecture. No Pooja is performed at this temple because the idols are defaced or damaged. It is exceptionally well maintained, moreover so, because it is a world heritage site now. Please visit the temple in early hours for a peaceful tour (guides are also available for Rs 400). Moreover, you can bring your DSLR/mirrorless camera with you for photography. On a final note, please don't litter or etch anything on the stone. It is a great exemplar of our heritage and everyone should play a part in preserving it. P.S. You can buy tickets on site using a QR code and paying Rs. 20 per person.

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Beautiful temple architecture. It's sad that such a beautiful temple is not getting what if deserved in terms of Pooja etc... sometimes history is not digestible. The way workers are maintaining the place is excellent. They have kept feeding room for babies which is commendable. A must visit place if you are the person who is interested in Architecture & Sculpters

The temple architecture is beautiful just as any other southern India temple. The recent ticket process doesn’t make sense. You will be asked to make payment online by entering name and ID proof details. Then the security guard writes the ticket details in the register offline. This process obviously takes time. If you’re automating ticketing process then do it fully.

Details as per visit in November 2022. The architecture is master piece. The concerned authorities will have to maintain this heritage site neatly and arrange for ticket counter. This place could be promoted well looking at the architectural work. Wash room facility to be maintained well.

Must visit place.. also called as Keshav temple is an ancient old Vishnu temple between paddy fields.. most of the shrine were damage(noses,hand and eyes) by Muslim invaders in 13th century, so no pooja (no worship) is performed here. hire a guide to understand the architecture and history behind each miniature(though I doubt if guide can cover all the story even in 2 months)

This is a must visit place for anyone who is around Bangalore or Mysore, also can be done along with Shivanasamudra water falls as one day trip. This temple is very very beautiful and grand in its architecture around the entire temple complex. This has lot of rich history and culture associated.

One of the best UNESCO heritage temple. It’s mesmerising and the architecture is so well built. It’s just mind blowing looking at the work. The ticketing system is online and it’s online generated at the entrance. There is no hotel or good restaurants available nearby so better go prepared accordingly. There is no wait time or crowded during weekdays.

Must watch historical sight. This place is beautifully maintained by the archeological survey of India. The ticket of entering the temple should be taken through online mode. They have a QR code scanner which directs you to the link of payment. Rs 20 per member. This temple was built during the Hoysala architecture. The stone carvings and the architecture gives you a goosebump moment. The detailing in each and every single stone is mesmerising to watch. The pillars are greatly designed. Not sure about the proper history. If anyone clearly wants to know the detailed history,they should hire a guide to know the full clear details. As we didn't have time we didn't opt for guide,so it was like watching non regional language movie without subtitles. This temple needs more than a hour to watch peacefully. Excellent architecture and detailing in the stones are terrific. Must watch place with kids to know the historical values. Has a car parking.

One of the finest historical monument built during hoysala rule which is a temple dedicated to lord chennakeshava ,also one can see idols of janardhana and venugopala as idols are in demolished state its not worshipped now.one has to take entry ticket using app mentioned at the entrance,place is cleanly maintained .Each temple stone is covered with beautiful carvings depicting story of ramayana,mahabharata,vishnu purana etc. Do hire a guide they will explain in detail about history and significance of each carvings.

The Somnathpura temple has intricate carvings which are out of this world. The statues and carvings in the temple have to be seen to be believed. Just too good. Definitely a must see in Mysore. Along with the Mysore Palace the top 2 places to visit in Mysore

Great Architecture Marvel. It explains the history, show the culture and tradition in each sculpture.

Such an excellent Hoyasala Architecture. It is sad that the temple and main idols were destroyed by the invaders. We took a guide service here for 350 rs. It was facinating to hear that it took 58yrs to construct the temple by 500 shilpis. All the stone carvings, small to big sculptures are awesome. Please remember we have to buy the tickets online and there was a QR code placed at the entrance for that purpose. Its simple, if we have a smart phone.

Most Beautiful Temple in India! Small, but each and every part of the the Temple is decorated with statues and carvings. Made in Stone, the aesthetic knowledge of ancient Karnataka people (The great Hoysals) is visible here. I think help of a guide is necessary to understand the details.

I'm sure only a few people know about this ancient temple. You can cover this on the way to Mysore from Bangalore. Worth the time you spend here. Pleasant place and great architecture.

Best architecture for sure. It quiet well maintained n served for tourists and one of the best place to visit. Temples are awesome to see and every bit is amazing piece of art.

There is a entry fee of ₹ 20/- per head Which you need to pay through online else you can not just enter . There is also a parking fees of ₹ 30/- per vehicle to park your vehicle on road

Ancient ruins well maintained need to visit once

Super temple

If you are an Indian , you should never miss it. Glory of hoysala dynasty!!. I felt like crying

This is one of the best places to admire the examples Hoyasala Architecture. This is a Trikuta temple complex housing three Garbha Grihas for Keshava, Venugopala and Janardhana. Plz hire a guide to appreciate the beauty of the carvings otherwise it is easy to miss most of them. The outer walls have Elephants, army contingent, scrolls and stories depicted from Ramayan, Mahabharat and Bhagwat Puran. The best ones I found were of Matsyavatar, Kurmavatar, Varahavatar and Brahma. The interiors of temples has beautifully lathe carved pillars and idols of Venugopala and Janardhana. The original idol of Keshava is missing. The ceiling is studded with carvings of Banana and Lotus flower buds and other design patterns. At the entrance there is a board to scan QR code to by entry ticket via online method. Students until grade 10 can go in free. Overall a must visit temple.

Most beautiful place to visit while coming back to Bangalore from Mysore. This is must visit of you like to India architecture. The temple is well built and you shall enjoy. Would recommend to get a guided tour. You will need to purchase tickets. For Indian they charge 40/head and 500 for foreigners. There is parking provide outside. Would recommend to come in morning or post afternoon.

Beautiful sculptures... The monument is well preserved... Must go and see once Good place for photography... If you can take tickets online as if there is network issue you won't be able to pay.

A well maintained place, with ample greens!! It’s easy to locate, has good parking available nearby. We went on weekend but still didn’t have huge crowd. The entry ticket is through online only by scanning QR CODE (digital payment). They will assist you to buy the ticket online. There are guides from Karnataka tourism department available to explain about the monument. The toilet facilities are badly maintained.

A good architecture temple held in near by Mysore, Karnataka. It is definitely to visit the temple when you are passing towards it...

Wonderful place to visit and around 30 kms from the heart of Mysore. Well maintained and looks like they are doing some more restoration and cleaning work. The main temple is built on a star-shaped platform and the entire temple is surrounded by a corridor. The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna in 3 forms. However, no poojas happen here and no priest is also present as the idols are destroyed. The architecture though is stunning and the intricate carvings are worth spending time admiring and taking good photos. Parking is quite easy. The tickets to enter the temple have to be booked online before you enter. The security guard will point you to a board that lists the website to visit and do the payment and you have to give the ticket numbers to another person and then enter. Given the varied types of visitors here, many struggle with the ticket booking process. So, expect some confusion :-) Time of visit matters. It can get hot during the day making it difficult to walk barefoot on the stones ( you have to leave footwear outside the main entrance to the temple ) so be prepared to hop around and jump into shaded regions. All said, great place and a must visit shrine.

Beautiful temple (no active pooja), with online ticketing system (at the entry gate). Great place for photos, and be mesmerized by the architectural masterpiece. Though away from Mysore city, is worth the drive and visit.

Excellent work by ASI, very well maintained after the terrible destruction of India's heritage by invaders. Chennakeshava temple or the Keshava temple is a Vishnu temple in Somnathpura today in ruins but has excellent history

The architecture of the temple was so unique and beautiful. They don’t do any pooja in the temple. You can just go pray and admire the beauty of the architecture. You need to get tickets in the entrance which you need to buy online by scanning the link they show. The ticket rate is 50rs.

A very beautiful temple and completely offbeat. You can club with Maysore trip as it’s hardly 30KM from Maysore. You can’t offer worship but you can do the prayer. As usual Hoysala architecture will Mantramoongdh , you can spend 2-3 hrs here. There no good restaurants nearby this location therefore plan your self accordingly. Keep necessary food items if you are travelling with kids. You need to pay 30/- as parking charges for car parking. Entry fee is only 20/- each person that you can scan the barcode and pay. There are multiple room for idols and most of them are missing. Bit surprised us. There is 2 authorised person for guide who can explain you about the temple. This temple was consecrated in 1258 CE by Somanatha Dandanayaka, a general of the Hoysala King Narasimha III. The ornate temple is a model illustration of the Hoysala architecture. The temple is enclosed in a courtyard with a pillared corridor of small shrines (damaged). The main temple in the center is on a high star-shaped platform with three symmetrical sanctums (garbha-griha), set in a square matrix oriented along the east–west and north–south axes

Awesome temple. A must visit temple if you go near Mysore or Talkaad. Timings: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm. It takes around 1:00 hour to completely see the temple. Ensure to take a tour guide. He will give lot of valuable information. You need to book the tickets online at the temple entrance. For adult it is ₹20/person. Children's below 15 years are free. Try to visit the temple early morning by 11:00 am or after 4:00 pm to avoid the hot stones. You need to pay a parking charge of Rs. 40. The temple was built by Hosalya during 1200 AD. Great marvel of stone carving and architecture. There is no pooja performed in this temple. It is maintained by Archaeological survey of India.

A world less known !!!! So much to learn from it !!!! Always take a guide or else dont go to such places at all....

Neatly maintained by ASI, car parking is available! Very very calm place! Snacks, tea prices are reasonable in front shops!

Awesome temple... The sculptures are excellent

A must for explorers. Intricate carvings are marvelous. Must check out ceiling designs.

Best place

Cleanliness maintained at the temple. Very good place to visit.

Wide range of history to read more ❤️❤️❤️

An awesome place to witness the rich heritage of indian culture. This place showcases the talent of indian architects during the period of Hoysalas. This temple was dedicated to Lord Chennakeshava an avatar of Lord Vishnu. According to the localites this temple was attacked by muslim sultans during the construction, as a result in some places the carvings are not completed and many carvings and idols have been damaged. The idol of the main God Keshava has been missing ever since.

Somanathpura, is a town and Grama Panchayat in Tirumakudalu Narasipura. It is located 38 kilometres from Mysuru city and famous for the Chennakesava Temple. It opens up at 8.30 am and not at sunrise like other heritage places. Online booking is mandatory to visit the place and good to see it's been digitised by Archeological department.

A beautiful 700yes old temple built by Hoysalas. Get a local guide for 300Rs to get the required information. Now you can buy entrance tickets Rs 20, through Govt website

1400 years old, marvel of engineering and sculpture. The Precision with which Pillars are made, it could not have been made without sophisticated tools and technology 1400 years ago. Very neat and clean well maintained archeological and heritage site

Its a Gem.. such a neat n serene.. Beautiful architecture surrounded by green lawn.. v visited recently .. tickets online.. nearby shopping food tea coffee available.. Talakadu n Triveni r nearby.. Mysore 35km.. One can visit with Family n Friends and enjoy this place..

Very nice architecture. Don't miss the place. This temple close 5:30 pm so plan accordingly. Best for photography, they didn't charge for personal photography.

Nice place definitely take a guide he will explain everything If u didn't take a guide u won't understand this type of temple speciality

Breathtaking, no other word fits the experience. Wonderful carvings all around. Each carving stands out on its own. Also there are smoothened pillars. A nice one day getaway from Bangalore. Parking is available and some nice villagers around, tea and snacks at reasonable prices. Food not available , please have from Nearby town before coming or plan for having food on return. Few dhabas at about 10 Kms from temple.

Simply breathtaking and wow! It is a 1400-year-old structure and looks beautiful. A must visit place around Mysuru. The best part is there will not be much crowd (as there won't be any prayers at the temple). So you can spend as much time as you wish without any worry.

Beautiful place. Should visit in winters. Summers may be harsh. Has a public toilet and shopping centre outside the temple. It's 800 years old temple. Eating inside the food isn't allowed. Booking is done online and can be done at the entrance, as January 2021 ( COVID 19 situation) Entry fee is 20/-

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A Must visit place in Karnataka, well maintained Historical place

Serene place

Good place to sit and chill

Make sure buy tickets online

The place was good but the entrance ticket taking is very hard

Garden is very well maintained. One of the best architectures built by the Hoysala kingdom. Pooja is not performed to the god as they have been damaged by the enemies. Entry to the temple can be booked online.

Excellent Architecture, wish there was pooja rituals done for the Deity.

Nice cravings can be seen.. must visit for all civil engineers..😜

must place to visit

Must see place. Nicely crafted

Hoyasla architecture, temple with 36 arm star, destroyed and lost d by Malik Kapoor and mohhamed bin tuglak in 14th century, live idols, excellent, must visit, 16 lotus opening architecture in temple...

Beautiful ,well maintained temple in a small village near T .Narsipura. Amazing Hoysala architecture

It's is just emotional place there are nothing to see with joy all u need is a heart with full of sorrow the broken rocks and idols speak something which makes us cry it's very hard to see this place😓😓😓the way the temple is destructed is just 😩😩😩very horrible.......but one thing the carving and architecture really makes you proud about the engineers of then ❤️❤️❤️❤️

One of the best temples . With one of the best sculptures and architecture . Must visit if you near Mysore