Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, Marehalli, Karnataka..

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, Marehalli, Karnataka..
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Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, built during the reign of Rajaraja Chola has on plan a garbhagriha, an antarala and a mukhamandapa in east-west orientation enclosed by a pillared prakara. In the sanctum, is enshrined an image of Lakshminarasimha. The temple subsequently was renovated and restored during the Hoysala and Vijayanagara periods. The temple has an imposing mahadvara of the typical Vijayanagara style. Another small Siva shrine is present to the north-east of the complex. Delineating Chola features, it contains an inscription on the foundation.
Marehalli is 4 kms from Malavalli town in Mysore district.