"Somnathpur (Somanathapur)" Somanathapur by cadzand

Somanathapur Travel Guide: 8 reviews and 9 photos

About 32 kilometers from Srirangapatnam lies Somnathpur, a place well known for its elaborate carvings and miniature sculptures of another Hoysala temple, dedicated to Lord Kesava, which is also located here.

Although it is the smallest of the Hoysala temples we visited as far, it is the one which moves us the most, because of its intimacy.

From here we travel along to Mysore and Srirangapatnam

Last visit to Somanathapur: Feb 2005
Intro Updated Feb 24, 2005
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Reviews (8)

Tipu Sultan Mosque in Srirangapatnam Things to Do (8)

We made a small stop in Shrirangapattana on an island in the Koveri River. Most of the large buildings date from the... more travel advice

Up and away to Mysore Things to Do (8)

And now up and away to Mysore. Driving through sugar cane and corn fields, coconut trees and betel nut trees, millet... more travel advice

Inside the temple Things to Do (8)

There are inscriptions graved on a slab standing at the entrance, inside the temple, dated from 1269 tot 1550 A.D. that... more travel advice

Lord Krishna playing flute - Somanathapur

Kalia Mardan Things to Do (8)

I cant' get enough of showing you all those magnificently carved godds and goddesses. So many though that I forgot this... more travel advice

Comments (3)

matcrazy1 Oct 22, 2006 at 4:46 AM Report Abuse

Beautiful pictures and interesting info on the impressive temple. I am surprised it's the smallest of the Hoysala temples. Outstanding picture of rural life as well!
umashanker Jun 17, 2005 at 5:03 AM Report Abuse

Congratulations for beautifull pictures of great temples of somanathpur.
Gili_S Mar 3, 2005 at 12:17 PM Report Abuse

Interesting old temples.