Betta Byraveshwara Temple

Betta Byraveshwara Temple

Betta Byraveshwara Temple is one of the most ancient temples and is one of the best places to visit in Sakleshpur. The temple is over 600 years old. It is a small Hindu temple built with black stones in Kadamba style architecture. The place is also home to ample mysteries and historical significance. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is said that the Pandavas in Mahabharata stayed here for a short span of time when they were exiled. It is at the peak of a hill; one can view the entire valley from there. It is one of the prime attraction in Sakleshpur tour package.

The view is mesmerizing. The mountains in the Western Ghats and the valley add more beauty. Surprisingly, someone planned so nicely to build a temple at that point of the hill. It is believed that God Byreshwara guards the entire valley. A steep, motorable road leads to the temple. Motors can be driven there. Tourists can climb up to the temple through steps that have also been built. 

The Hindu temple is situated in Mekanagadde, Karnataka. It falls under one of the most religious Sakleshpur places to visit. ThePandavar Gudda hills surround the temple sideways, and the villages cover the front area. If you visit the top, you will have a feeling that you are above the sky and floating on it. One will surely fall in love with the view there. The natural beauty uplifts the look of the temple.

It takes 30 minutes trekking to reach the top of the hill. The top of the hill gives a feel as if one is standing at the top of the world. The best time to visit the place is early morning. You will get the best view at that time. The view from the peak is the best Sakleshpur places to see. 

Betta Byraveshwara Temple can be visited at any time of the year. But the best time to visit this Sakleshpur is from October to March.