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Mulbagal

The Virupakshi Temple in Mulbagal, situated in the Kolar district of Karnataka, is a revered Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Virupaksha, a form of Lord Shiva. This ancient temple is steeped in rich history, boasting magnificent architecture, vibrant celebrations, and nearby attractions that add to its allure. The temple is located at a distance of 5 kilometer from Mulabagilu and around 30 kilometers from Kolar city. Virupakshi Temple is the one of the fewest temples that has athma linga installed and is widely known for changing colour of the linga present here. The temple has a history dated back to Vijayanagara empire.

The history of the Virupakshi Temple dates back centuries, believed to have been built during the rule of the Vijayanagara Empire in the 14th century. The temple’s construction reflects the architectural brilliance of the Vijayanagara period, with intricate carvings adorning its walls and pillars. The Stalapurana declares that this Shivalinga was installed by sage Atrimaharshi. With passage of time, a mound of earth (Hutta) is formed. Then in the Kali Yuga the temple gets built by Lakkana Dandesha who was the governor of Mulavayi province during the rule of Devaraya-II of Vijayanagara. During his travel Lakkana Dandesha gets to stay at this place for a while where he gets a vision to build a temple for Virupaksha (the main Diety).