Kempe Gowda built this natural monolith carved cave temple
dedicated to Lord Shiva. Thousands of devotees visit this temple in
January on Makar sankranti Day when the sunrays fall on the
Sivalinga between 17.00 hrs and 18.00 hrs. passing between the horns
of the Nandi. People stand in long cues to have a splendid view of
their deity.
Rare idol of Agni, goddess of fire and huge monolithic cave attract
attention of the visitors. This cave temple witnesses a unique
phenomenon that speaks volumes for the architectural and
astronomical skills of ancient sculptors.
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