Somnathpura, Ancient Chennakeshava Temple, Hoysala Commander Somnath, Karnataka, India

History, Best Places to Visit and Travel Guide of Somnathpura, Karnataka

Somanathapura, also spelled as Somanathpur is small town located just at 35 km from city Mysore, Karnataka. It is very famous for its Chennakeshava Temple, one of best example of Hoysala Architecture and one of the best place to visit near Mysore. Chennakeshava Temple built was by the Hoysala commander, Somnath, in 1268 which is different from the Chennakeshava temple of Belur. This holds the great heritage and culture of the Hoysala Empire.

How to Reach Somnathpura, Historical and Religious Site near Mysore, Karnataka, India

As Somnahtpura is one of the important historical and religious site near Mysore in state of Karnataka and home to several ancient temple. Thus, it is easily accessible via road, rail and air network. Mysore has major railway station from where you can get train to all major station of India. You can get government and private vehicle from nearby cities to reach here by road. The nearest airport from Somnathpura is Bangalore Airport at 170 km. There are regular flights to Bangalore from all major cities in the country. Somnathpura is located at just 35 km from Mysore, 36 km from Srirangpatna, 8 km from Bannur and 42 km from Pandavpur.

Taluka / Tehsil: Narasipura, District: Mysore, State: karnataka, Country: india.

Religious Importance: Hindu

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