dont take you children, very boring for them,around 40kms from mysore.Near a place called Bannur lies this ancient temple of Vishnu which was constructed by Hoysala kings in 1268AD,fully ruined but great work in stone and full of carvings and each carvings has a story to tell.There is one guide by name Mr Kumar who will tell you the story... More

Great Hoysala style temple built in 1268 AD. If you love history, temples, carvings, architecture, this is a must visit for you. You can plan a day trip from Bangalore or Mysore and visit Talakadu and Shivanasamduram as well. There are tour guides available for about 300 bucks and he explains eveyything. Each and every piece of carving is simply... More

Although I have been here before with friends . This time I took my family there during a trip to Mysore .They were completely in awe with the architecture . Its in between Mysore and Bangalore , so we made it during our way back from Mysore . It is appox 45 mins drive from Mysore and the road is... More

Well worth a visit. We went by tuk tuk from Mysore. The carvings and architecture are mostly in pristine condition and amazing. You should also visit the little shop outside which sells some wonderful pieces. We didn't buy anything because we had a lot more travelling to do but they seemed excellent value even without negotiating.

If you want to see works of exqusite art in stone, somnathpur is worth a visit. The unfinished temple of the Hoysalas is a real treat to see as thit shows the high level of workmanship that existed in those days. different intricate sculptures enthraall you from the time you entyer till you leave. the trains of elephants, the horses,... More

Has a lot of History attached to it with all the beautiful Architecture .The only sad part is visitors cannot keep such places clean.

A must visit for heritage lovers, it's still virgin and untouched, just the way it should be. Stunning and very fine temple.

I am always a lover of Historical places and sculpture of ancient times. A visit to somnathpur temples are worth visiting in search of our historical marvels about 38 Kms from Mysore connected road. You can take bus but advisable take a cab. If you visit somnathpur you must also visit Thalakad and Sivsamudram water falls all are on the... More

For one day trip around Bangalore and Mysore Somnathpur temple seems an attractive choice .(137 Km from Bangalore and 35 Km from Mysore ) The temple structure is in excellent condition and is a real treat for the visitors who have an interest in ancient Indian architecture from South India. Apart from the temple complex there nothing to see .... More