About Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple
Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple is a 9th-century Hindu temple complex dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Nandi village at the foothills of Nandi Hills in Chikkaballapur district, Karnataka. Notable as one of Karnataka's oldest temples, it features Dravidian architecture with three shrines and a large stepped temple tank. Protected by the Archaeological Survey of India, it reflects architectural contributions from the Nolamba, Ganga, Chola, Hoysala and Vijayanagara dynasties.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large historic temple complex with three main shrines - Arunachaleshwara, Uma Maheshwara and Bhoga Nandeeshwara - built in Dravidian style with ornate stone pillars, carved mantapas and sculptures. The complex includes the expansive Shringi Tirtha stepped tank with stone steps, open courtyards, and a relatively quiet rural setting at the base of Nandi Hills. Visitors can explore the shrines, pillared halls, temple tank and outer prakara while observing traditional worship activities.
Key highlights
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One of the oldest temples in Karnataka dating to the 9th century
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Dravidian architecture with intricate stone carvings and ornate pillars
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Complex of three shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva
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Large stepped temple tank - Shringi Tirtha (Sringeri Teertha)
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