Shambhu Lingesvara Temple, Itagi, Karnataka

Shambhu Lingesvara Temple, Itagi, Karnataka

Shambhu Lingesvara Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Itagi Village in Ron Taluk in Gadag District in the Indian state of Karnataka. The temple is one of the state protected monuments in Karnataka declared by Archaeological Survey of India.

History

The temple is believed to be built in 11^th century CE by the Western Chalukyas. The temple suffered destruction during Islamic invasion in this region.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards east. The temple consists of sanctum, antrala, sabha mandapa and open pillared mukha mandapa. The mukha mandapa is enclosed with parapet walls on all sides with kakasanas at the interior. The mukha mandapa is supported by intricately carved pillars at the centre and by short pillars at the kakasanas. The sanctum enshrines the presiding deity, Shambhu Lingesvara in the form of Linga. The Linga is said to be a Udhbhava Linga. The exterior of the temple is devoid of any decorations. The shikara over the sanctum is lost completely.

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 3.5 Kms from Itagi Cross Road Bus Stop, 5 Kms from Sudi, 5 Kms from Sudi Bus Stand, 14 Kms from Rona, 18 Kms from Gajendragad, 34 Kms from Badami, 36 Kms from Pattadakal, 50 Kms from Gadag Railway Station, 50 Kms from Gadag and 102 Kms from Hubballi Airport. The temple is situated at about 5 Kms from Sudi on Gajendragad to Rona route.

Location