Temple architecture in Karnataka has received adulation from travellers across the world. The temple ruins at various heritage sites such as Hampi, Halebidu, Belur and Pattadakal attract travellers in droves. But many of these temples representing an exotic past are no longer in use and are protected heritage monuments only. While those are covered in our previous travel guides, today, let us travel to the living temples of Karnataka.
There is a special feeling walking into living temples, the vibrant life thronging the gates, the freshly washed stone pathways, the sound and sights of rituals are only few features that make temples so much more than religious destinations. Living temples are places of calm amidst the storm of people, they are places of hope, of wonder and belief. Here is a look at some amazing photos of temples in Karnataka that are religious destinations as well as artistic wonders.
Temple of Gommateshvara Bahubali
Shravanabelagola
Photo Courtesy: Balu
Murudeshwar Lord Shiva Temple
Murudeshwar
Photo Courtesy: Thejas Panarkandy
Sangamanatha Temple
Kudalasangama
Photo Courtesy: Sanchantr
Sringeri Sharada Peetham
Shringeri
Photo Courtesy: Ashok Prabhakaran
Marikamba Temple
Tirthahalli
Photo Courtesy: Sringeri
ISKCON Temple
Bangalore
Photo Courtesy: Os Rupias
Manjunatheshwara Temple
Dharmasthala
Photo Courtesy: Naveenbm
Kukke Subramanya Temple
Sullia near Mangalore
Photo Courtesy: Abhiram Kasina
Chamundeshwari Temple
Mysore
Photo Courtesy: Rakesh
Srikanteshvara Temple
Nanjangud
Photo Courtesy: Dineshkannambadi
Sri Krishna Matha
Udupi
Photo Courtesy: Paul Mannix
Durga Devi Temple
Kunjarugiri
Photo Courtesy: Arun Prabhu
Himavad Gopalaswamy Betta
Chamarajanagar
Photo Courtesy: benuski