Somanathapura

Chennakeshava Temple at Somnathpura is a splendid gem of Hoyasala architecture. Pillars, Halls, Lintels, Windows, Walls everything is adorned with intricate details, ornate designs and beautiful Sculptures. There are 16 ornately carved ceilings with complex unique designs like multi-petalled lotuses, banana bud motifs based on stepped ponds, Palm leaves theme, endless knot symbolizing karma and samsara, snake like (ananta) knots (symbolising eternity), etc.