Lakshmikantha Temple

Lakshmikantha Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu as Lakshmikantha located in Hedathale village, Nanjangud Taluk, Mysuru District, Karnataka. Built in the Hoysala period in the 12th century, it is notable for its classic Hoysala architecture in soapstone, star-shaped vimana, intricate carvings and lathe-turned pillars. The temple is an important Vaishnavite shrine near Nanjangud and Mysuru.

Visitors can expect a compact Hoysala-style temple complex set in a quiet village environment surrounded by agricultural fields. The temple features a star-shaped sanctum, ornate outer walls with detailed friezes and sculptures, lathe-turned pillars in the mantapa, and an image of Lord Lakshmikantha. The premises are peaceful with an open courtyard, allowing for darshan, circumambulation, and observation of traditional architecture and stone craftsmanship.

The temple dates to the Hoysala period, generally attributed to the 12th century during the reign of Hoysala kings. It exemplifies Hoysala temple architecture with soapstone construction, stellate plan, and detailed iconography. It has been maintained as a protected heritage temple and reflects the Vaishnavite patronage of the Hoysala era in the Mysuru region.

The temple is dedicated to Vishnu worshipped as Lakshmikantha, accompanied by Goddess Lakshmi, and is an important Vaishnavite place of worship for the local community. It represents the religious and artistic traditions of Hoysala Karnataka and continues to host daily pujas and annual festivals observed by devotees.