Belur Chennakeshava Temple complex comprises of many temples dedicated to various deities. One such temple is the Saumyanayaki temple. Saumyanayaki is the consort of Lord Vishnu (Chennakeshava). The shrine is situated to the south west of the Keshava temple.
The temple has a Garbhagriha (Sanctum Sanctorum) with a tower. According to an inscription the original tower, which was damaged was got repaired in 1387 by Muddappa a minister under the Vijayanagara King Harihara II. A metal Kalasa or finial was fixed on top of the tower. The front portion of this temple was later added by the Dalavayi family of Kalale.
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Type of place: Ancient temple
Situated: Inside Chennakeshava temple, Belur
Distance: 222 Km from Bangalore, 32 Km from Hassan, 124 Km from Mangalore, 149 Km from Mysore
Transport: Well connected by road. Nearest airport is Mangalore (168 Km)
Facilities: Rest room and restaurants are available. Few staying options are available in Belur, many in Hassan
Timing: 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Inner Sanctum of main deity is closed from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., and 5 p.m. to 5.30 p.m.
