Soraba: Traces of the ancient Surabhipura

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Overview: Soraba in Shimoga district, named after the Holy cow Surabhi which used to milk on a stone statue of Lord Ranganatha. This place was called Surabhipura in ancient times which got changed to Soraba over centuries. We visited the Ranganathaswamy temple in Soraba which has become popular because of the legend. The temple is believed to be built by a local Gowda from Halesoraba from the bay of the river Dandavathi. Several manuscripts and inscriptions have been found near the temple supporting this.
     

This place is easily approachable as it is near to many tourist destinations like Banavasi, Sirsi, Chandragutti.
We visited Soraba during our visit to Banavasi. The main road connecting Soraba to other towns is the main shopping area of Soraba with all facilities.


How to reach: Bus: KSRTC buses ply from Bangalore to Soraba and Sirsi.
By Bike/Car: Take the NH4 to reach Ranebennur, from there, take a deviation towards Soraba.
Food/Accommodation: Vanavasika tourist home in Banavasi is the nearest place to find good accommodation around Soraba.
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Comments

  1. amit ganguly9 September 2012 at 16:09

    Very informative post coupled with delightful snaps.Good work.

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  2. Richa9 September 2012 at 19:33

    I didn't even know about this place. Lovely photos and descriptions. Thanks for sharing.

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  3. R Niranjan Das10 September 2012 at 14:18

    Interesting place.

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  4. Vineeta Yashswi11 September 2012 at 13:57

    nice place to go...very informative post with some beautiful shots...

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  5. Anonymous12 September 2012 at 10:50

    Nice place to visit

    Beautiful photos

    thanks for sharing

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    I have visited that temple in 2005, when I went to Bangalore to attend my friend's marriage. The temple is beautiful. Images carved on pillars and walls enhances its beauty. History narrate of the fact that temple was constructed by a local Landlord from Halesoraba on the bay of river Dandavathi.

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