KARWAR: A temple belonging to the 12th century was found in Madnalli village of Haliyal taluk.Madnalli borders Uttara Kannada and Belgaum districts.
The temple was discovered by famous history researcher Dr S S Kallur, who has done his Ph D on the historical places in Haliyal.
The temple was discovered in the field belonging to R S Hiremath. The temple is in a dilapidated condition. The walls of the temple, its gopuram, two Nandi idols, two Shiva lingas and boulders were found on the spot. Historians believe that the temple was constructed during the rule of the Kadambas. More research and excavation is expected to throw light on the temple's past.
