What to expect
Highlights
- The prototype soapstone architecture.
- The seventy-six carved pillars.
- The link to Adikavi Pampa.
Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri
A seminal 1050 CE Kalyani Chalukya temple at Annigeri — the first built in soapstone and, with its seventy-six pillars, the prototype for the great Itagi Mahadeva temple; Annigeri is also the birthplace of the Kannada poet Adikavi Pampa. This temple guide is organized from Annigeri in Dharwad district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which pilgrim stays, respectful local guides, food stops, shops, transport and verified visitor support should be verified around Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri.
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Before you go to Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri
Entry rules not verified for this temple. Some Hindu temples admit only Hindus, and most enforce a dress code at the door. We have not verified the rule for this particular temple, so please check before you travel — especially if you are not Hindu or are visiting from outside India.
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Typetemple
Nearest baseAnnigeri
DistrictDharwad
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed30 to 45 minutes
EntryFree
The Amruteshwara Temple at Annigeri is a seminal 1050 CE Kalyani Chalukya temple — the first built in soapstone.
With its seventy-six pillars it was the prototype for the great Itagi Mahadeva temple; Annigeri is also the birthplace of the Kannada poet Adikavi Pampa.
Getting there
How to visit
- At Annigeri, on the Hubballi–Gadag road; by road or rail.
- A protected temple — remove footwear and do not touch the carvings.
Distance by road
- Belagavi90 km
- Gadag55 km
- Haveri75 km
- Goa (Panaji)165 km
- Bengaluru430 km
Road km to Dharwad; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; morning light.
Weather in Amruteshwara Temple, AnnigeriSeasonal guide
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Today at Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri
Sunrise6:16 am
Sunset6:39 pm
Golden hour best light5:39 pm–6:39 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:39 pm–7:04 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 278°
Moon tonight🌗 Last quarter · 50%
South-west monsoon. June to September is the south-west monsoon in Karnataka. Expect heavy showers, mostly in bursts rather than all day — carry rain cover, allow extra time for getting around, and note that ferries and open-air sites are the first things affected.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
Visitor notes
- An architecturally seminal protected temple — treat the stonework with great care.
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Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri — at a glance
TimingsTemple hours
Best timeOctober to February; morning light
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri
At Annigeri on the Hubballi–Gadag road; by road or rail
Getting back
Work out your return before you settle in for the sunset. Public transport here thins out sharply in the evening, and Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri is easier to reach than to leave. We do not publish departure times: there is no official live feed we are permitted to republish, and a wrong time here would strand you. Check the operator directly on the day.
- KSRTC — the Karnataka state bus operator; route and schedule enquiries. Online booking.
- Indian Railways — live running and seat availability for the nearest railhead, named under “Getting here” above.
Ask at the bus stand for the time of the last service back, not the next one. If you miss it, an auto or app cab is the fallback — agree the fare before you get in.
Getting around Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri
We have not assessed physical access at this place yet. Across India, step-free routes, handrails and accessible toilets are the exception rather than the rule, and pavements are often interrupted — if step-free access matters to you, contact the site or a local operator before committing to the trip.
If you need help at Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri
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When is the best time to visit Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri?
October to February; morning light.
What are the entry fee and timings at Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri?
Entry: Free. Timings: Temple hours.
How do I reach Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri?
At Annigeri, on the Hubballi–Gadag road; by road or rail. A protected temple — remove footwear and do not touch the carvings.
How much time do I need for Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri?
30 to 45 minutes.
What else is near Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri?
Nearby you can pair Navalgund (17.2 km), Shambhulingeshwara Temple, Kundgol (26.8 km), Indira Gandhi Glass House Garden (33.2 km), Chandramouleshwara Temple, Unkal (34.2 km).
Image credits
Photographs: Sudeep m, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0), P. Madhusudan (CC0). Wikimedia Commons.