Galaganatha Temple Complex, Aihole - Timings, History, Best Time to Visit
#7 of 17 Places to Visit in Aihole
Distance (From Aihole Bus Stand): 2.5 Kms
Trip Duration (Including Travel): 30 Mins
Place Location: Close To Pattadakal Road
Transportation Options: Cab / Auto
Travel Tips: None
At a distance of about 2.5 Kms from Aihole Bus Stand & Durga Temple Complex, Galaganatha Temples are a group of about 30 temples situated on the banks of Malaprabha River.
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the complex has several medium and small temples. Built in Dravidian and Nagara styles, some of the temples have a Shivalinga though no active poojas are done here. One of the temples has a large hall with Nandi and Shivalinga in the sanctum. Pillars in the hall are nicely carved in round shape with several wonderfully engraved images of gods at the bottom of pillars. The hall and sanctum are separated by richly designed lattice windows.
To reach Galaganatha Temple Complex from Aihole, you have to go towards Pattadakal for 2 km and take diversion to the right towards the river and driver for 500 meters.
The complex is open till 6 PM.
