Dharmi Sir’s channel, told by place

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Dharmendra Kumar Arenahalli, known as Dharmi Sir, tells Karnataka in Kannada, place by place. 852 stories from his channel Mysoorina Kathegalu: temples, forts, palaces, streets, and the people tied to them.

ಧರ್ಮೇಂದ್ರ ಕುಮಾರ್ ಅರೇನಹಳ್ಳಿ Dharmendra Kumar Arenahalli Popularly known as Dharmi Sir, Dharmi, and Dharmanna. A civil engineer, social historian, and digital storyteller from Karnataka.

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Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, Hosaholalu · Mandya

The Hoysala Lakshmi Narasimha temple at Hosaholalu in Mandya.

ಹೊಯ್ಸಳರ ವಿಸ್ಮಯ... ಹೊಸಹೊಳಲಿನ ಶ್ರೀಲಕ್ಷ್ಮೀನರಸಿಂಹ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನ...

The Lakshminarayana Temple is a 13th-century Hindu temple with Hoysala architecture in Hosaholalu, Mandya district of Karnataka, India. Dedicated to Vishnu, this three-shrine monument is notable for its finely carved plinth (adhisthana) with panels of the Ramayana, the Mahabharata and the Bhagavata Purana. It has one of the most beautifully embellished Hoysala tower projection (sukanasa) that integrates the Dravida motifs with asta-bhadra Bhumija motifs from central India. Also notable are polish and jewelry-like carvings inside the temple's mandapa. Timeline: 00:00 - 01:32 Intro 01:32 - 04:10 Why visit Hosaholalu? 04:10 - 11:38 Inside the Temple 11:38 - 24:05 Outside the Temple Audio Copyrights: Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Epic Action Cinematic by Infraction [No Copyright Music] / Heroes https://youtu.be/lpEL1Nt6rJk?si=0rUmB6bby1HJ6J2L

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Hoysala
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Vijayanagareshwari Temple, Kalkuni · Mandya

The Vijayanagareshwari shrine at Kalkuni village in Malavalli taluk, Mandya.

ತನ್ನ ನೆತ್ತಿಯ ಮೇಲೆಯೇ ಬೆಳಗುವ ಜ್ಯೋತಿಯನ್ನಿರಿಸಿಕೊಂಡ ಶಕ್ತಿದೇವತೆ, ವಿಜಯನಗರೇಶ್ವರಿ, ಕಲ್ಕುಣಿ ಗ್ರಾಮ ಮಳವಳ್ಳಿ...

Temple · Folk deity
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Srirangapatna · Mandya

Alamelamma's curse on the Mysore kings and the pearl nosering, with the Srirangapatna temple as witness.

ಅಲಮೇಲಮ್ಮ ಮೈಸೂರು ಪ್ರಭುಗಳಿಗೆ ಕೊಟ್ಟ ಶಾಪ ಮತ್ತು ಮುತ್ತಿನ ಮೂಗುತಿ ನೋಡಿ ಇಲ್ಲಿ... ಶ್ರೀರಂಗಪಟ್ಟಣದ ಗುಡಿಯೇ ಸಾಕ್ಷಿ

Alamelamma was the wife of King Tirumala Raya of Srirangapatna. She's a figure associated with a significant historical event involving a curse. Here's what we know about Alamelamma ¹ ²: - *Life and Circumstances*: Alamelamma was married to King Tirumala II, who ruled from Srirangapatna, an island in the Kaveri River in Karnataka. When her husband fell ill, he went to Talakadu for prayers, handing amelamma. - *The Curse*: After her husband's death and facing harassment from the Mysore ruler Wadiyar, who wanted her jewels, Alamelamma jumped into the Cauvery River at Malangi. Legend has it that she uttered a curse saying: - we*Talakadu*: May it become a barren land covered by sand. - *Malangi*: May it turn into a whirlpool. - *Mysore Kings*: May they not have children. This curse is believed to have led to Talakadu becoming submerged in sand and the Mysore royal family facing issues with heirs.

Temple · Court history
Alamelamma, Wodeyar
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KRS · Mandya
KRS series · Episode 3

A temple in the KRS-Cauvery series said to hold Mahalakshmi, Mahasaraswati, and Mahakali together.

EP03 | ಮಹಾಲಕ್ಷ್ಮಿ ಮಹಾಸರಸ್ವತಿ ಮಹಾಕಾಳಿ ಮೂರೂ ಶಕ್ತಿಪೀಠ ಒಂದೇ ಕಡೆ ಇರೋ ದೇಗುಲ...

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Kanneshwara Temple · Mandya
KRS series · Episode 2

The Kanneshwara temple submerged in the Cauvery near Krishnaraja Sagar.

EP02 | ಕಾವೇರಿ ನದಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಮುಳುಗಿರೋ ಮತ್ತೊಂದು ದೇಗುಲ... ಕಣ್ಣೆಶ್ವರ...

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KRS Dam · Mandya
KRS series · Episode 1

Who brought the Venugopala image out of the waters and installed it at Krishnaraja Sagar.

EP01 | KRS Dam | ಒಳಗೆ ಮುಳುಗಿದ್ದ ವೇಣುಗೋಪಾಲನನ್ನು ಹೊರಕ್ಕೆ ತಂದು ಇಟ್ಟವರಾರು...

The Krishna Raja Sagara (KRS) Dam is a significant landmark in Karnataka, India, built across the River Cauvery. It's named after Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV, the ruler of Mysore, who commissioned the project. Here are some fascinating facts about the dam ¹ ²: - *Location and Purpose*: The dam is situated near the confluence of the Cauvery, Hemavati, and Lakshmana Tirtha rivers, serving as a crucial source of drinking water for Mysore and Bangalore cities, as well as irrigation for Mandya and Mysore districts. - *History and Construction*: The construction began in 1911 and was completed in 1932 under the guidance of renowned engineer Sir M. Visvesvaraya. The dam's innovative use of "surkhi" mortar, a mixture of limestone and brick powder, replaced traditional cement. - *Design and Features*: The dam stands 130 feet tall and 3 kilometers long, with 152 sluice gates. Its reservoir covers approximately 130 square kilometers. - *Brindavan Gardens*: The dam is flanked by the beautiful Brindavan Gardens, a 60-acre terrace garden featuring stunning fountains, flower beds, and a musical fountain show. - *Current Water Level*: As of August 13, 2025, the water level at the KRS Dam is around 124.35 feet. - *Importance and Challenges*: The dam plays a vital role in irrigation, hydroelectric power generation, and drinking water supply. However, it faces challenges like water-sharing disputes with neighboring states and the impact of climate change on water availability. - *Visiting Information*: The dam is open to visitors from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM, with an entry fee of ₹15 for adults and ₹5 for children (5-10 years). The musical fountain show timings vary, but generally take place between 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM on weekdays and 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM on weekends ³ ⁴.

Temple
Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV, M. Visvesvaraya, Wodeyar
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Mallikarjuna Temple, Basaralu · Mandya

A blood-splattered story at Basaralu in Mandya, home to the Hoysala Mallikarjuna temple.

ಒಂದೇಟಿಗೇ ಹಾರಿದ ರುಂಡ ಚೆಲ್ಲಾಡಿದ ರಕ್ತ... ಬಸರಾಳು ಗ್ರಾಮ... Basaralu Blood splattered with a single round

Basaralu. It is home to the Mallikarjuna temple, an ornate example of Hoysala architecture, and is dedicated to Mallikarjuna, another name for the Hindu god Shiva. This temple was built in 1234 by Harihara Nayaka, a commander under the Hoysala King Vira Narasimha II. The Mallikarjuna temple, dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, is in Basaralu, a small town in the Mandya district, Karnataka state, India. Basaralu is close to Nagamangala and about 65 km from the culturally important city of Mysore. The temple was built by Harihara Dhannayaka around 1234 A.D. during the rule of the Hoysala Empire King Vira Narasimha II. This temple is protected as a monument of national importance by the Archaeological Survey of India. ಬಸರಾಳು. ಇದು ಹೊಯ್ಸಳ ವಾಸ್ತುಶಿಲ್ಪದ ಅಲಂಕೃತ ಉದಾಹರಣೆಯಾದ ಮಲ್ಲಿಕಾರ್ಜುನ ದೇವಾಲಯಕ್ಕೆ ನೆಲೆಯಾಗಿದೆ ಮತ್ತು ಹಿಂದೂ ದೇವರಾದ ಶಿವನ ಮತ್ತೊಂದು ಹೆಸರಾದ ಮಲ್ಲಿಕಾರ್ಜುನನಿಗೆ ಸಮರ್ಪಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ. 1234 ರಲ್ಲಿ ಹೊಯ್ಸಳ ರಾಜ ವೀರ ನರಸಿಂಹ II ರ ಅಡಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ದಂಡನಾಯಕ ಹರಿಹರ ನಾಯಕನು ಈ ದೇವಾಲಯವನ್ನು ನಿರ್ಮಿಸಿದನು. ಹಿಂದೂ ದೇವರಾದ ಶಿವನಿಗೆ ಸಮರ್ಪಿತವಾಗಿರುವ ಮಲ್ಲಿಕಾರ್ಜುನ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನವು, ಭಾರತದ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಮಂಡ್ಯ ಜಿಲ್ಲೆಯ ಬಸರಾಳು ಎಂಬ ಸಣ್ಣ ಪಟ್ಟಣದಲ್ಲಿದೆ. ಬಸರಾಳು ನಾಗಮಂಗಲಕ್ಕೆ ಸಮೀಪದಲ್ಲಿದೆ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕವಾಗಿ ಪ್ರಮುಖವಾದ ಮೈಸೂರಿನಿಂದ ಸುಮಾರು 65 ಕಿ.ಮೀ. ಹೊಯ್ಸಳ ಸಾಮ್ರಾಜ್ಯದ ರಾಜ ವೀರ ನರಸಿಂಹ II ರ ಆಳ್ವಿಕೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸುಮಾರು 1234 AD ಯಲ್ಲಿ ಹರಿಹರ ಧಣ್ಣಾಯಕ ಈ ದೇವಾಲಯವನ್ನು ನಿರ್ಮಿಸಿದನು. ಈ ದೇವಾಲಯವನ್ನು ಭಾರತೀಯ ಪುರಾತತ್ವ ಸರ್ವೇಕ್ಷಣೆಯ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ಪ್ರಾಮುಖ್ಯತೆಯ ಸ್ಮಾರಕವಾಗಿ ರಕ್ಷಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ.

Temple · War
Harihara Nayaka, Vira Narasimha II, Hoysala
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Saumyakeshava Temple · Mandya

The 12th-century Hoysala Saumyakeshava temple at Nagamangala in Mandya, said to house five Lakshmi images.

ನಾಗಮಂಗಲ... ಐದು ಲಕ್ಷ್ಮಿಯರು ಒಂದೇ ಕಡೆ ಇರೋ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನ... ನಾಗಮಂಗಲ

The #history Saumyakeshava temple at #karnatakatourism Nagamangala was constructed in the #karnatakatouristplaces #travel 12th century by the rulers of the Hoysala empire. Nagamangala is a town in the Mandya district of Karnataka state @ಸೌಮ್ಯಕೇಶವ ದೇವಾಲಯ  @ಹೊಯ್ಸಳ @ಸಾಮ್ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಆಡಳಿತಗಾರರಿಂದ 12 ನೇ ಶತಮಾನದಲ್ಲಿ ನಿರ್ಮಿಸಲಾಯಿತು. @ನಾಗಮಂಗಲವು  ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯದ #ಮಂಡ್ಯ ಜಿಲ್ಲೆಯ ಒಂದು ಪಟ್ಟಣವಾಗಿದೆ. ಹೊಯ್ಸಳ ಸಾಮ್ರಾಜ್ಯದ @ಇತಿಹಾಸದ ಮೈಲಿಗಲ್ಲು ಈ ದೇವಾಲಯ .

Temple
Hoysala