Built by Kempe Gowda I in the 16th century, Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple is famous for its rock-cut architectural style and large monolithic sculptures. The presiding deity is Shiva and the main sanctum is housed inside a natural cave. The courtyard features monolithic sculptures such as the trident. There are tall pillars that are topped by renditions of the sun and the moon. Another interesting fact is that the rays of the sun pass through the horns of the Nandi and fall on the lingam on Makara Sankranthi.
Timings: 6 AM to 12:30 PM and 5 PM to 8 PM
