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T Narasipura, confluence of Kaveri and Kabini river

Tirumakudalu Narasipura, as the name refers is the confluence of the Kaveri and the Kabini (or Kapila) river. Commonly known as T Narasipura, it is a small town in Mysuru district. Like many other “Prayags”, this town is also religiously prominent place. Known as Dakshina Kashi, it is a major pilgrim centre, and Kumbamela is held every three years.

Our visit to T Narasipura

After our visit to Somnathpur , we decided to go to T Narasipura. Our primary interest was to see the confluence of the rivers. The small road towards confluence passed through Chowdeshwari Temple, Agasteswara Temple and finally ended at Vyasaraya Matha. As we got down our vehicle, we saw the beautiful sight of Kabini river from the right side joining the Kaveri river flowing from the left side.

Steps were constructed to the river bank. Few people were earning their livelihood by offering coracle rides. They ferried people to a small island, considered as the “Sangama” and people bathed at that place. We just sat next to the river dipping our legs into the water. While we expected fishes to do some pedicure, they did not heed our wishes!! We enjoyed the time as the area was peaceful and serene.

A huge temple on the other side of the river drew our attention. It was Gunja Narasimhaswamy temple, belonging to Vijaynagar era. The view from the temple looked promising, and we decided to visit that place.

The temple is situated in a large complex. Though it was bit crowded, we found that the river side was empty. As expected, this place provided a nice view of the confluence. The colour of the river looked different but it was not as contrasting as the ones I saw in Uttarakhana ( Link here ).

It was a satisfying visit. We were also happy to see the place clean, which is uncommon in Hindu religious sites. The town also looked very decent.

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T.Narasipura – A Temple Town in Mysore

May 7, 2017 by Raggi Mudde

Tirumakudalu Narasipura, also known as T.N. Pura and T.Narasipura is a famous temple town in Karnataka. It is located in the Mysore district and the Kumbha Mela is held here every three years.

The town is considered highly sacred and it derives its name from the land which is at the confluence of the three rivers and from the temple of Gunja Narasimhaswamy which is situated right beside the confluence.

Ganapathy Temple in T.Narasipura. Image courtesy Prof tpms

Also known as Dakshina Kashi, the temple is a well-known tourist destination as well as a pilgrimage center. Panchalinga Darshana is of prominent importance here. The Panchalingas include Markandeshwara Lingam and Someshwara in T Narsipur, Gargeshwara Lingam in the village of Gargeshwari, Agasthyeshwara and Hanuman Lingam.

History of T.Narasipura

It is believed that Rishi Agasthiya had visualized this place long ago. He wanted to pay worship to Lord Shiva and he asked Hanuman to get him a linga. Hanuman took more time than expected by the Rishi, which led the Rishi to make a lingam out of the sand and begin his worship. Once Hanuman returned with the lingam, he was angry and tried to demolish the linga. The linga brought by Hanuman has been placed at a little distance and is known as Hanuman Linga.

Sosale Devasthana in T.Narasipura. Image courtesy Prof tpms

Sightseeing and Temples at T.Narasipura

Apart from the famous Gunja Narasimhaswamy temple, there is Agasthyeshwara temple which was founded by Agastya and it contains a range of monuments depicting the history of the State. There is also the Bhiksheswara temple, Anandeswara temple and the Moolasthaneshwara temple located around the area.

One of the oldest peepal trees is located in this city. It is more than 2000 years old and also known as  ‘Bahuvara Prasadi’. It is believed that childless couples come and pray here for a child and install a Nagastone to fulfill their wishes.

The Kumbha Mela is organized here once in every three years, lakhs of devotees visit the city and take a holy dip in the water.

Vyasaraya Mutt in T.Narasipura which includes eight mruthika Brindavans is also worth a visit.

Temple Coracle at T.Narasipura. Image courtesy Prof tpms

How to Reach T.Narasipura

The nearest airport is in Bangalore, which lies at a distance of 42 kms.

The nearest railhead is the Mandya Railway Station.

One can reach the temple city by road from Bangalore (42 kms) or Mysore (45 kms).

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At a distance of 35 Kms from Mysore, Gunja Narasimha Swamy Temple in T.Narasipura is a 450 years old temple built in Dravidian style. The name of the town Narasipura comes from this temple. The temple is a large structure with a high gopura with four pillared mantapa. Lord Narasimha holds a berry stalk of Gunja plant between his thumb and forefinger. Legend says that Lord Narasimha appeared in the dream of a washer man told him that his idol lays beneath the stone on which he washes clothes every day. The Lord told him to build a temple for him and asked him to look for gold coins beneath the stone that could be used for construction of the temple. Every year the car festival is celebrated here with great pomp and show. Timings : 9 AM to 12.30 PM and 5.30 to 8.30 PM

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Tirumakudalu Narasipura the temple city of Karnataka, commonly known as T. Narasipura or T.N. Pura, is a panchayat town in Mysore district in the Indian state of Karnataka. The main name alludes to the land at the intersection, trimakuta in Sanskrit at the conjunction of the Kaveri, Kabini and Spatika Saroa a legendary lake or spring, additionally named Gupta Gamini. This is the place in South India where Kumbhamela is held at regular intervals.

It finds a say in the Skanda Purana as one of the Trimakuta Kshetras blessed spots at the juncture of three waterways. The word 'Narasipura' is the name of the town, which is gotten from the popular Gunja Narasimhaswamy sanctuary that is situated on the correct bank of the Kabini stream. Considered as sacrosanct as Prayag intersection of the Ganges, the Yamuna and the Saraswati at Prayag – Varanasi - Kashi in North India, it is otherwise called Dakshina Kashi.

The town discovers say in tourism guides, both as a vacationer put and a journey focus. It is a position of religious unmistakable quality. The Gunja Narasimha Swamy sanctuary on the correct bank of the Kaveri waterway, is a huge complex having a place with the Vijayanagara time frame. The picture of Narasimha in the sanctum sanctorum has a measuring balance with a twig with seed of the Gunja herbal name-Abrus precatorius tree and henceforth is called Gunja Narasimha Swamy.

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T.Narsipur or Tirumakudal Narsipur is a temple town in Mysore district of Karnataka province in India.

T.Narsipur is at the confluence of three holy rivers and so has many temples of ancient origin.

T.Narsipur is 132 km from Bangalore and 35 km from Mysore. Road is the only option available as there are no railway stations or airports. The nearest operating airport is at Bangalore.

Autorikshaws are the best option for getting around. Avoid local buses as they stop everywhere and take a lot of time.

• Gunja Narasimha Swamy temple . ( updated Jul 2016 )
• Agasthyeshwara temple . ( updated Jul 2016 )
• Bhiksheswara temple . ( updated Jul 2016 )
• Trekking ( 2 km ). Vidyodaya College and Ganapathi temple areas near the bus station are good for a peaceful walk. ( updated Jul 2016 )
• Picnic at Sosale village . The temple at Sosale village is only at a distance of three kilometers and the temple premises are ideal for a picnic as there absolute silence and a vast expanse of paddy fields surround you. The temple is not visited by many but it is breathtakingly beautiful. ( updated Jul 2016 )
• Ride a bus to Mysore . A trip to Mysore via Bannur town is very refreshing because of many green villages and temples on the way. After T.Narsipur, the road to Bannur goes through Sosale, Somanathpur and Kethupura before reaching Bannur town. After Bannur, there are villages like Madegowdahuddi, Hunganahalli, Bidarahalli, Harohalli and Mellahally. After Harohalli, the trip becomes a little suburban with engineering colleges and residential suburbs beginning to appear. After the police checkpost at Delhi Public School area, the ring road appears. There is a resort called Vilasi which is going to open in 2016 and the ring road junction marks the beginning of the city. The next junction is called Teresian college junction which is well inside Mysore city. ( updated Jul 2016 )

High class shopping is possible only in Mysore city. T.Narsipur has a fairly big market offering wares for the village people. Beware of food items as they can be of unhealthy type. But jackfruits and pineapples you can try as they are offered in small pieces wrapped in clean plastic packets.

• Srinivasa Restaurant , opp.Bus Station, T.Narsipur . Good place for clean vegetarian food like chapathis, rice and vegetable preparations. ( updated Jul 2016 )
• Udupi Hotel , Near Taluk office, T.Narsipur . Home made food, first hotel of T.Narasipur, Good place for clean and hygienic vegetarian food like Dosa, Idli, Puliyogare, Jamun, etc. ( updated Jul 2016 )

There are many small and economical lodges in T.Narasipur. Most of them have only basic facilities meant for temple visitors. Better accommodation is available at Mysore .

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Tirumakudalu Narasipurathe temple city of Karnataka, commonly known as T. Narasipura or T.N. Pura, is a town in Mysore district in the Indian state of Karnataka. The first name refers to the land at the confluence, (trimakuta in Sanskrit at the confluence of the Kaveri, Kabini and Spatika Sarovara. This is the place in South India where Kumbhamela is held every three years. It finds a mention in the Skanda Purana as one of the Trimakuta Kshetras. The word 'Narasipura' is the name of the town, which is derived from the famous Gunja Narasimhaswamy temple that is located on the right bank of the Kabini river. Considered as sacred as Prayag, it is also known as Dakshina Kashi The town finds mention in tourism guides, both as a tourist place and a pilgrimage centre.

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A Guide To The Somnathpura Chennakesava Temple, Mysore

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Also known as Kesava or Somnathpura temple, the Chennakesava temple is a popular pilgrimage site, located on the outskirts of Mysore City, Karnataka. This 13th-century masterpiece is the most exemplary example of Hoysala architecture. This popular temple is a tourist hotspot that attracts people from all across the globe.

This article aims to aid you in getting familiar with the temple’s history and architecture, as well as provide useful information that ensures you have a clear understanding of the planning, timings, and ticket prices, among other things.

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Best Time To Visit

Somnathpura can be visited throughout the year.

Languages Spoken

Although Kannada is the native language spoken by regionals, the tour guides over here can converse in multiple languages including Hindi and English.

Network Availability

All network providers offer stable reception in the Somnathpura region.

ATM Availability

There are no ATMs available in the village of Somnathpur. As digital payments are not really encouraged in the region, have sufficient cash with you at all times. Bannur which is 9 Km away is your best bet for finding a reliable ATM.

How To Reach?

The nearest airport to Somnathpura is the Mysore Domestic Airport (42 Km, Airport Code- MYQ). From here, an hour’s drive by private transport or a cab will lead you to your destination. There are no direct buses from the airport.

The Mysore Railway Station (35 Km, Station code- MYS) is the nearest railway station to Somnathpura. This station is well-connected with major Indian cities like Bangalore, Chennai, Goa, Mumbai, Mangalore, Ernakulam, and more. From Mysore, Somnathpura can be reached only by roadways.

To reach Somnathpura by public transport, buses are the ideal mode of transport. After reaching Mysore, hop on a bus to Bannur. From Bannur, buses to Somnathpura frequent once every hour. A town bus will take you to Somnathpura village. From the bus stop, walk for 100 meters to reach the Chennakesava temple.

You can also hop on a shared tempo from Bannur. However, the most ideal method is to use personal transport.

Where To Stay?

There are no accommodation facilities available in the Somnathpura village. The nearest villages of Bannur and T Narasipura have decent lodging facilities.  

If you are looking for hotels to meet a certain standard of comfort, Mysore should be your choice.

Where To Eat?

There are a couple of small shops where you can get tea, coffee, snacks, and cool drinks. Proper dine-in restaurants for lunch, breakfast, or dinner are not available in the village.

Entry Tickets

Entry tickets to the Chennakesava temple can only be purchased online . You can reach the destination and book the tickets instantly. Also, note that the tickets are valid only on the day of purchase, making prior booking not only unnecessary but also invalid.

Price:  

• Rs. 20 for Indians
• Rs. 250 for foreigners. 
• Free for children up to 14 years of age.

Guide Fee:  

• Rs. 400 is charged for 1 – 5 people. 
• These tour guides are licensed by the Tourist Department of India, making them reliable professionals.

Steps To Book Entry Ticket:

• Open the booking link – asi.payumoney.com.quick.net
• Click quick booking -> Keshava temple
• Select your nationality. 
• Add the number of people visiting the temple and their details.
• Choose an ID of your choice and fill in the ID of at least one person .
• Fill in your mobile number
• Click proceed and pay now.
• Select your mode of payment and complete the payment.

Parking Facility

Parking space is available near the entrance of the temple. The charges are as follows:

• Rs. 5 for two-wheelers
• Rs. 10 for autos
• Rs. 30 for cars
• Rs. 50 for tempo
• Rs. 60 for minibus, bus, and 6-wheelers.

Restroom Availability

Safe and clean restrooms are available close to the temple premises.

Timings: 9 AM – 5:30 PM, on all days

Note: Footwear is not allowed inside the temple. You have designated outlets that store your footwear free of cost at the entrance of the Kesava temple that you can utilize while you visit the temple.

The Somnathpura Chennakesava temple was built by Somanatha Dandanayaka, a high-ranking officer under the then Hoysala King Narasimha III between 1254 and 1291 AD. It took 68 years to build this architectural marvel which houses more than 5000 statues. 

With no use of modern equipment, about 500 sculptors worked every day for 2 generations to complete this 750-year-old temple. The 5 main sculptors were Masanithamma, Mallithamma, Bameya, Chameya, and Chowdeya. Among them, Mallithamma, a Tamil sculptor is most famous for her ingenious beautiful carvings. She is the one who carved the most statues including the northern Sikhara of the Janardhana cell. Even today you can find the names of these artists etched in the plinth of these sculptures.

Why The Name Somnathpura?

Somnath means Shiva. But this is not a temple to honor Lord Shiva, but Lord Vishnu. Since the person who constructed the temple was named Somanatha, the village and temple got its name Somnathpura. ‘Pur’ or ‘Pura’ or ‘Puram’ means village or dwelling, a common suffix that can be noticed in several names of villages and cities across India.

Why Poojas Are Not Done In Somnathpura Temple?

In 1311, Delhi Sultan Alauddin Khilji’s general, Malik Kafur attacked and looted the temple treasures. A few years later again in 1326, Muhammad Bin Tughlaq attacked the temple. The main idol of Keshava in the Gharbagraha (sanctum) was completely destroyed by him.

If you notice carefully, the noses of every sculpture in the temple were chopped off, and some of the leg and hand parts were smashed. As per Hindu customs, damaged or defaced idols should not be worshiped. Since the statues are deformed, poojas are not done in the Somnathpura temple.

Initially, poojas were done for about 20 years before the attack happened. In 1958, the archaeological department declared this temple a protected monument. The Archeological Survey of India (ASI) has maintained and preserved the monument since then.

Temple Inscriptions

Once you enter the temple, a huge stone slab can be found on your left. The inscriptions were written in the 13 century in the old Kannada script. The ancient script is challenging to interpret even for the native people of today. The inscriptions have details about the construction of the temple, the donations and contributions, and information about several patrons who helped in the upkeep of the temple.

A gist of what is written in the inscriptions is translated into English and kept on a board, for the visitors to understand.

Hoysala Architecture

The Hoysalas have a unique style of architecture. They built temples with soapstone or chalkstone and never used bricks, iron rods, or cement. These soap stones were taken from the Earth and they were smooth, soft, and had a soapy texture. They are carved and fused using the interlocking system which is scientifically known as the Cretaceous.

The temple is not carved out of a single stone, rather it was built using thousands of pieces put together. The lathe-turned pillars, delicately carved ceilings, and walls are the characteristic features of the Hoysala art. No machines were used during that time. Lathe-carved soapstone pillars were made by tying the chains to elephants and horses to rotate them.

Temple Layout

The Chennakesava temple stands on a raised platform, shaped in the form of a Nakshatra (star) with 36 corners. The stone elephants once stood marking each start point. 11 out of 15 elephants survived the damage during the attack.

Since Somnathpura has three temples or Garbhagriha, it is also called Trikutachala. The structures of Venugopala (Krishna), Keshava, and Janardhana (three different forms of lord Vishnu) are kept inside the elegantly carved Shikhara (temple tower). From the 64 idols kept in Agrahara rooms, the Archeological Department has replaced the original Kesava idol as the original one had been completely defaced. Though the Kesava idol that you see today is not the original the other two idols of Krishna and Janardhana are original.

The three vimanas (temple towers) which are of the same height, combine intricate artwork, in a plan that alternates rotating squares with star-shaped 16-petalled lotuses. As the tower rises, rhythmically reducing in height is capped with kalashas (pots).

Carvings On The Outer Wall

The basement of the outer wall is heavily ornamented with friezes of elephants, horses, nature, epic scenes from the Ramayana, the Mahabharata, and the Bhagavata Purana, small images with intervening turrets and columns with figures in between, and various avatars of Vishnu and Lakshmi among other gods and goddess.

There are a total of 547 completely unique-looking elephants, differing in either their expressions or posture. 194 primary god idols are there, out of which 164 are of lord Vishnu. Some noteworthy ones include the one of Lord Vishnu in a sitting and meditating position, the dancing Ganesh, Lakshmi, and Saraswathi, 10 avatars of Vishnu, depictions of ladies enduring pregnancy in all the stages, Chamundeshwari demolishing Maheshasura, etc.

There are 13 separate water outlets for three temples. Made from a single stone, they are 13 feet each, starting from Garbhagraha and stretching all the way outside. The abhiseka or pooja water would come out through these water outlets (before the attack happened).

The Outer Cells/ Rooms

There are a total of 64 cells around the main temple. Statues of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi were there in every room for which poojas were done (before the attack). But today, only a very few remain.

A few damaged pillars were rebuilt using sandstones in 1958. You can clearly notice the difference between the newly built sandstone pillars and the chalk stones from their color and texture.

Inside The Chennakesava Temple

You will notice the Vishnu temple guards (Dwarapalakas – Jaya and Vijaya) on either side of the main entrance. There are 18 pillars in total, of which the two pillars to the east of the central square are shaped like a 32-pointed star and are handmade.

The 16 ceilings are carved illustrating the blooming stages of a lotus. The Navaranga or the dancing platform is small and can be found at the center. The new door at the entrance was made in 1958 by the Archeological Department of India.

The circular pillars were done by joining 5 pieces together – Peeta, Kamba, Kumba, Kati, and Baravahaka, known as Panchastilasthamba in Sanskrit (Pancha – 5, Stila – stone, Sthamba – pillar).

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