Uma Maheshwara Swamy Temple

Uma Maheshwara Swamy (also called Yagantiswamy) Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Unlike all other Shiva temple across the country, this temple has something unique i.e Lord Shiva idol is worshiped here instead of the Shiva Linga. It is believed that Sage Agastya performed penance for Lord Shiva at this place and requested Shiva to appear in Ardhanareeswara form which is worshipped here. The sanctum houses the idol of Shiva & Parvathi (Ardhanareeswra) carved out of a single stone and is one of a thing to be seen here. Built-in Dravida style, the temple boasts a large five-story tower built by Vijayanagara rulers. The tower is followed by the main temple structure built with stone which has a large pillared hall followed by the sanctum which houses the deity. The pillars in front of the sanctum have wonderful carvings of Lord Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma along with several other gods.