In the last few weeks whenever there has been an excavation some interesting part of history have come forth.
During a sand extraction at Hale Belur in Sakleshpur taluk recently, an idol resembling the famous Channakeshava of Hoysala temple at Belur was found on the bank of river Hemavathi.
The idol is about 4.5 feet tall and as per Indian art historians, it belonged to the 12th century when Hoysalas ruled this area and built many magnificent temples.
Kumar H.C, the curator of the Archaeology Museum in Hassan, told the media, “Barring minor dents, the idol is in good condition. I will submit a report to the Director of Museums about the idol and seek his directions for preserving it.”
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