Kopeshwar Temple
Kopeshwar Temple is at Khidrapur, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva. This temple is in Maharashtra It is also accessible from Sangli as well. It was built in the 12th century by Shilahara king Gandaraditya between 1109 and 1178 CE. It is to the east of Kolhapur, ancient & artistic on the bank of the Krishna river. Even though Silaharas were Jain kings, they built and renovated various Hindu temples, thus depicting their respect and love for all religions. Kopeshwar means angry Shiva .
| Kopeshwar Temple at Khidrapur | |
|---|---|
Shri Kopeshwar | |
Kopeshwar Temple at Khidrapur | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | Kolhapur |
| Deity | Shiva |
| Festivals | Mahashivratri |
| Location | |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Country | India |
Location in Maharashtra | |
| Geographic coordinates | 16°42′00″N 74°41′5″E |
| Architecture | |
| Creator | Shilahara King Gandaraditya |
| Completed | 11th century |
| Specifications | |
| Temple(s) | Good |
| Monument(s) | vandalised |
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