Rameshwara Temple, Kuppagadde, Karnataka

Rameshwara Temple, Kuppagadde, Karnataka

Rameshwara Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Kuppagadde Village near Soraba Town in Soraba Taluk in Shivamogga District, in the Indian state of Karnataka. This temple is a protected monument under the Karnataka state division of the Archaeological Survey of India.

History

The temple was built in 1189 CE by Rama, a Brahmin of Mane family during Hoysala rule. It was consecrated by the illustrious Kalamukha saint Vamashakti of the Kodiya Matha of Balligavi.

The Temple

This Temple is facing towards east. The Temple consists of sanctum, vestibule, ardha mandapa and open sabha mandapa. The sabha mandapa is supported by 24 pillars. The sabha mandapa has entrances at north, south and east. Nandi can be found in the sabha mandapa facing the sanctum. The parapet walls are decorated with miniature towers. The doorways of sanctum and vestibule have perforated screens on either side.

The sanctum enshrines the presiding deity, Ramesvara, in the form of Linga. The shikara (superstructure) over the sanctum follows Kadamba style of architecture. Sculptures of Venugopala, Mahishamardini, Ganesha and Saptamatrikas can be seen in the temple. The exterior walls of the sanctum and ardha mandapa are devoid of decorations except the empty niches.

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 15 Kms from Soraba Bus Stand, 16 Kms from Soraba, 17 Kms from Banavasi, 43 Kms from Sagar, 44 Kms from Sagar Railway Station, 44 Kms from Sirsi, 76 Kms from Ranebennur, 95 Kms from Shivamogga, 116 Kms from Hubli Airport and 371 Kms from Bengaluru. The Temple is situated at about 5 Kms from Thavanandi off the Soraba to Banavasi route.

Location