Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi, Karnataka

Kedareshvara Temple, Balligavi, Karnataka

Kedareshvara Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Balligavi Town in the Shikaripura Taluk of Shivamogga District, in the Indian state of Karnataka. This temple is situated on the banks of the Tavarakere (lotus tank). This temple was the epicenter of the Kalamukha sect in ancient times. The temple is protected as a monument of national importance by the Archaeological Survey of India.

Legends

As per legend, Balligavi was the capital of Bali, an asura king. Hence, the place came to be called as Balipura (city of Bali). It is also said that Pandavas stayed in Balipura during their Vanavasa.

History

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The Temple

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Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 1 Km from Balligavi Bus Stop. Balligavi is located at about 2.5 Kms from Shiralakoppa Bus Stand, 3 Kms from Shiralakoppa, 23 Kms from Shikaripura, 23 Kms from Shikaripura Bus Stand, 24 Kms from Anavatti, 42 Kms from Sagar Railway Station, 50 Kms from Hangal, 60 Kms from Ranebennur, 61 Kms from Sirsi, 74 Kms from Shivamogga, 127 Kms from Hubli Airport and 353 Kms from Bengaluru. Balligavi is located at about 3 Kms from Shiralakoppa on Shikaripura to Hangal route.

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