Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple

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Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple - Location details

Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple, Temple, Melkote, Mandya, Karnataka

Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple - Food details

Mandya Cuisine

Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple - History details

Built in the 11th century at Melkote under Hoysala rule, this Vishnu temple gained prominence when Sri Ramanujacharya resided here for 14 years. Located atop Yadugiri hills overlooking the Kaveri valley, it houses ancient idols linked to legends of Brahma. The annual Vairamudi Festival, drawing lakhs of devotees, is the most significant event.