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The
Chaya Someswaralayam lying to the east of this, built amidst paddy
fields enshrines many more marvels that beckon reverent attention
and soulful prayers. The sculptors reached a new high with the
construction and installation of the Sivalinga in the midst of
knee-deep water, the shadow of which falling on the rear wall
remains constant from dawn to dusk. This pillar form of shadow of
the Sivalinga seen from morning to evening is undoubtedly a superb
feat of the amarasilpas that defies insterpretation and imitation
too. It is due to this unique shadow-Chaya, the presiding deity is
called Chaya Someswar. The image of divine Nandi is also a marvelous
piece. There are eight mantapas in the eight directions of the
temple, and the mahadwara faces the south.
The
last temple dedicated to Channakesavaswamy is equally a fine
specimen of superb sculpture. The annual Brahmotsava celebrated in
Maghmasa is a great event in the year and lures thousands of bhaktas
and kalaradhakas. A
great sculptural treasure, and a miss not spiritual haven.
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