It is believed that Lord Shiva appeared as Arjuna on Amavasya (No moon day) and Goddess Parvati as Mallika on Poornima (full moon day), and hence the name Mallikarjuna. The temple is a work of architecture with its tall towers and beautiful carvings. It is also enclosed within tall walls that fortify it.
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It is believed that Lord Shiva appeared as Arjuna on Amavasya (No moon day) and Goddess Parvati as Mallika on Poornima (full moon day), and hence the name Mallikarjuna. The temple is a work of architecture with its tall towers and beautiful carvings. It is also enclosed within tall walls that fortify it.