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NANJANGUD - SRIKANTESWARA DEVALAYA

The Temple Complex

The sacred shrine built in the heart of the town measures 385 by 160 feet and faces east. It has an imposing tall tower made in the Dravidian styles. The beautiful, neat courtyard in the fore is quite vast, majestic and is supported by 8 huge well carved, black stone pillars. In the interior there - are many cells on the right and left of Navaranga. There are many minishrines inside, containing metal and stone images of several gods of the Hindu Pantheon along with saints. The images of Parvathi, Narayana with His consorts and Lord Subrahmanya seated on peacock, sheltered by seven-hooded serpent are quite attractive and carved are to great perfection. The facilities.archamurthi - Sivalinga in the garbha griha adorned with flowers and jewels lifts the souls and wrings veneration. A sight unforgettable and experience indelible for ever!

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