Shambu Lingeswara Temple, Kundgol, Karnataka

Shambu Lingeswara Temple, Kundgol, Karnataka

Shambu Lingeswara Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Kundgol Town in Kundgol Taluk in Dharwad District, in the Indian state of Karnataka. This temple is protected as monuments of national importance by the central Archaeological Survey of India.

History

The Temple was built by Kadambas and later completely rebuilt by Chalukyas in 11^th century CE. The Temple suffered destruction during Muslim invasion. The temple undergone renovation during 19th century CE.

The Temple

The temple is facing towards east and constructed in ekakutachala style. The temple consists of sanctum, vestibule and navaranga. The navaranga has three entrances on the eastern, southern and northern side. The navaranga is supported by 64 lathe-turned and polished pillars. The sanctum enshrines the presiding deity, Shambu Linga.

The Bana Linga is pale brown in colour while the yoni part is black stone. The sanctum is flanked by the images of Parvathi and Vinayaga. An old Kannada inscription can be seen on the walls of the sanctum. The exterior walls of the navaranga is decorated with miniature towers and sculptures of various gods and goddesses of Hindu pantheon.

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 500 metres from Kundgol Bus Stand, 750 metres from Kundgol Railway Station, 22 Kms from Hubli, 28 Kms from Hubli Airport, 31 Kms from Lakshmeshwar, 43 Kms from Dharwad and 56 Kms from Gadag. The Temple is situated on Hubli to Lakshmeshwar route. There are KSRTC buses from Hubli and Dharwad and nearest towns to Kundagol.

Location