Built by Kempe Gowda I in the 16th century, Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple is famous for its rock-cut architectural style and large monolithic sculptures. The presiding deity is Shiva and the main ...

Temples, including the Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple, are preparing for special rituals and prayers to mark the auspicious occasion. The festival falls on the last day of the Dhanurmasa (Tuesday ...

will gather at the stunning 16th century temple to Shiva-of-the-cave – Gavi Gangadhareshwara – near Chamarajpet, to watch the thrilling sight of the sun’s rays lighting up the shivling in ...

The Gavi Gangadhareshwara temple, famous for the unique sunlight phenomenon on Shivalinga during this festival, was particularly anticipated, although clouds obstructed the view. Across Karnataka, ...

Another prominent religious spot here is the Dodda Ganeshana Gudi (Bull Temple), which is believed to have emerged out of a huge monolithic rock. Gavi Gangadhareshwara, the Cave Temple from 16th ...