The Venugopala Swamy temple, bearing the Hoysala style of architecture was built in the 12th century CE at a place called Kannambadi Village near Mysuru.
It was
built around the same time as the Chennakesava Temple at Somanathapura was
built, in the Mysuru district.
The huge
temple complex was submerged while building a dam – Krishnaraja Sagara dam in
1930, along with Kannambadi village.
The dam was built at the new kannambadi village, which stores
the Kaveri river and helps in irrigating millions of agricultural land.
How
to reach there?
The Venugopala Swamy temple is a must-see place for all, and it is located at Hosakannambadi Village – 9 km by road from Brindavan Gardens and 30 km from Mysuru city. One has to spend at least couple of hours to observe and relishing the beauty of the temple. Taxis can be hired to visit the place from Mysuru city.
About
the Temple Main Shrines circled by smaller shrines
Venugopala Swamy Temple is a beautiful and serene spot which is not
known to many. Venugopala Swamy Temple was originally a 12th-century temple
built by the Hoysalas.
However, it was submerged when the KRS Dam was built. It used to
resurface whenever the water level in the dam used to drop.
Mesmerizing beauty with the deities touched my soul. The main deity of Sri Venugopala Swamy has a
divine pull that you can feel inside the temple.
The main sanctum is circled by smaller shrines dedicated to Lord
Ganesha, followed by Goddess Andal,
Rukmini and Satyabama and smaller shrines for rivers like Godavari,
Thungabadra, Kaveri, Bhramaputra, and others,
followed by Astha Lakshmies, Sri Adi
Lakshmi, Gaja Lakshmi, Santana Lakshmi, Danya Lakshmi, Dana Lakshmi, Dyraya
Lakshmi, Vijaya Lakshmi, Vidya Lakshmi.
The smaller shines also include Nava Grahas’ including sun
(Surya), moon (Chandra), Mars (Mangala), Mercury (Budha), Jupiter (Brihaspati),
Venus (Shukra), Saturn (Shani), Rahu (north node of the moon), and Ketu (south
node of the moon)
Further to this, there are shrines for Dasavatharams that include Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha,
Vamana, Parasurama, Rama, Krishna, Budha and Kalki.
The temple also has photographs of the originally built temple
that was submerged in the river and later on with the help of local artisans
and public, the now standing beautiful temple is in place
Outside the main temple, you will find a beautiful Ratha
(Chariot) on the banks of River Cauveri.
The backwaters of River Cauveri and Krishnaraja Sagar Dam is a sight of
beauty and picturesque. You will find
many tourists enjoying the breeze and the beauty of this place.
Must visit if you are visiting Brindavan Gardens in Mysuru. We loved being there and I hope you will also
find this place interesting and enjoyable.
Important Information
· Open for
Devotees/Tourists between 9AM to 6 PM
· Videography /
Photography / Drone cameras are strictly prohibited. You can use mobile phone
outside the temple (Inside temple premises strictly prohibited)
· Devotees/Tourists
are suggested to maintain cleanliness, sanctity and serenity of the temple
· Though there are a
few shops selling bottled mineral water and light snacks nearby, it is better
to carry water and other light snacks/ drinks for consumption outside the
temple premises.
· Consumption of any
kind of food and beverages are strictly prohibited in and around the temple
premises
· Tourists/Devotees
are strictly advised not to litter the place
References:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Venugopala_Swamy_Temple
Few pictures from our trip:
