Shri Chandramouleshwara ( Ishvara ) Temple, Arsikere

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Shri Chandramouleshwara ( Ishvara ) Temple, Arsikere - Location details

Shri Chandramouleshwara ( Ishvara ) Temple, Arsikere, Archaeological Site, Arsikere, Hassan, Karnataka

Shri Chandramouleshwara ( Ishvara ) Temple, Arsikere - Food details

Huruli Saru, Benne Dosa, Akki Rotte

Shri Chandramouleshwara ( Ishvara ) Temple, Arsikere - History details

Dating to the 12th century under Hoysala rule, this temple in Arsikere is famed for its 16‑pointed star‑shaped mantapa, asymmetrical stellate shrine, and intricate soapstone carvings. Built during the reign of Veera Ballala II, it is considered one of the most complex Hoysala ground plans. Its rural geography adds to its serene spiritual appeal.