Shivanasamudra, Talakadu & Somanathapura Day Tour from Mysore City

See the picturesque beauty of majestic Shivasamudra waterfalls, appreciate the purity and architectural beauty of Channakesava temple at Somanathpura and experience the serenity at mystical Talakadu temples in this perfect Day tour from Bangalore.

Highlights

• See the majestic Shivasamudra waterfalls, the second biggest waterfall in India
• Explore the history and classical architecture of Chennakesava Temple at Somnathpura.
• Get to know the mystery of ‘Curse of Talakadu’ and appreciate the exquisiteness of the ancient temple.

Detailed Overview

• Shivasamudra waterfalls are the second-biggest waterfall in India and a sight to behold. The Shivanasamudra Falls are actually twin falls, Gaganachukki and Bharachukki, one km away from each other.
• Talakadu, also was known as the ‘city of lost temples', is a small deserted hamlet on the banks of Kaveri River. Talakadu once had over 30 temples, most of which are now buried in the sand. There are now 5 temples at Talkadu that have been unearthed; the Vaidyanatheshwara temple is the most famous of them.
• Visit Somnathpur, home to the 13th-century Hoysala Chennakesava Temple, also known as a Keshava Temple. The temple is built on a star-shaped platform and has three carved pinnacles and shrines. The temple is dedicated to Lord Janardhana, Venugopala, and Kesava.
• Somnathpur is a great place for sandalwood oil, incense sticks, and other handicrafts. There are many local artisans that are involved in the production of teak, rosewood and sandalwood carvings. Somnathpur is also renowned for Mysore-style painting of Indian Gods.
  
  

Shivanasamudra, Talakadu & Somanathapura Day Tour from Mysore Itinerary

• The tour starts with your pick-up from hotel or residence at the requested time slot.
• You will be driven to Somanathpura, which is approximately 2 hours away from Mysore.
• After reaching it, visit Chennakesava Temple, which is one of the finest Hoysala architectures, and soak in the history related to it.
• You can stop for lunch in a local restaurant and later, you can proceed to take a drive to Talakadu and explore the mysterious town and its ancient temples
• next stop would be  Shivasamudra waterfalls, which are situated on the banks of the river Kaveri
• Head back to Mysore, and the driver will drop you off at the starting point to end the tour

Please note

1. This is not a guided tour; the driver will not be the guide for the tour.
2. This is an outstation tour; hence, the vehicle can not be used for the local Mysore city tour.