Temple Description

The Kashi Vishwanatha Temple, one of the many temples in Pattadakal, is noted as the last temple constructed in this architectural ensemble. Dating back to the 8th century, it was built by the Rashtrakuta dynasty and stands as one of Pattadakal’s architectural masterpieces. Although only the sanctum and the passage leading to it have survived, the temple still houses a black stone Shivalinga within its sanctum. The temple’s intricate carvings on the door and pillars are noteworthy, with the door featuring female sculptures and the pillars adorned with depictions of Hindu mythology. Despite much of the structure having collapsed, the temple’s former grandeur is still apparent. Located close to the Mallikarjuna Temple, the Kashi Vishwanatha Temple is designed in the Nagara architectural style. Visitors should not miss the mythological carvings of Shiva, Ravana, and the detailed female sculptures present at this remarkable site.