06/04/2026
Chennakesava Temple, Somnathpura ā about 1 hour from Mysore šŖ·āØš±
Built in 1268, this is Hoysala architecture at its peak.
Every surface is carved, not just patterns, but stories: animals, dancers, warriors, scenes from epics, and everyday life.
The layout is star-shaped, so the walls keep shifting, more edges, more space for detail.
And all of this was done by hand. No machines.
Itās now part of the UNESCO-listed Hoysala temple group, but still not on most itineraries.
If youāre planning a Mysore or Bangalore trip, keep this on your list.
Save this so you donāt forget it later š
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