Karnataka Temples - 2. Mandya Lakshmi Janardhana Swamy Temple

The Sri Lakshmi Janardhana Swamy temple is about 40 kms from the Aprameyaswamy temple. 

The approach roads are narrow but a sedan/cross-over car can go easily. The temple was absolutely empty when we went. Again, to note, it was Ananthyayana Kaalam/ December/ Maargazhi.

Sri Lakshmi Janardhana Swamy Temple 

The deity, Lakshmi Janardhana, is over 1000 years old. The deity was established by sage Mandavya.

There is a separate shrine to the left of the perumal (right from the onlooker's vantage point) for the thaayaar, goddess Vedavalli. The thaayaar statue is about 300 years old and was moved from a different place as per the priest. The larger area was called Vedaranya in ancient times, which might influenced the name of the thaayaar.

I noticed some great framed pictures in the temple walls.

Operational details: Free entry. Footwear can be left just outside the temple - no stand though. 

While many temples in the region are very famous, this very old temple seems to be getting less footfall. The priests were very forthcoming in explaining about the temple's history.