Varadamoola
This is the origin of Varada River, a which is tributary to Tungabhadra. Near to Sagara on the way to Ikkeri .
Shimoga
Varadamoola Temple Tank
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aradamoola in Shimoga.
Route map for Ikkeri and Varadamoola from Sagar
Route map for Ikkeri and Varadamoola
Route map for Ikkeri and Varadamoola from Sagar
Shimoga
Varada Moola Temple
Varada shrine and the origin of the River Varada
Route map for Ikkeri and Varadamoola from Sagar
Shimoga
Varada Moola Temple
Varada shrine and the origin of the River VaradaSoapstone sculptures
The beauty of the Hoysala templs , particularly its intricate carvings owes a lot to one material - Soapstone. Unlike granite, sandstone and marble used in the construction of most of India's ancient monuments, soapstone is softer with some peculiar properties that set it apar from the former materials. To give you an idea , the softer version of the soapstone can be carved even with your finger nail.