Though technically in Narsobawadi/Khidrapur area on the Krishna River, Kopeshwar Temple is often clubbed with Kolhapur tourism. It is an exquisite, lesser-known stone temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, with a circular mandapa filled with beautifully carved pillars and ceilings, and an open-to-sky central ring. Visitors are struck by the fine sculpture and peaceful riverside setting.
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History & highlights
The Kopeshwar Temple dates to the 12th–13th centuries, built under the rule of the Shilahara or early Yadava kings. It showcases the peak of local temple architecture, with concentric mandapas and richly carved iconography. Over time it remained an active but relatively low-profile shrine compared to Mahalakshmi. In recent decades interest has grown among heritage enthusiasts and pilgrims, and it’s increasingly promoted as part of the wider Kolhapur–Narsobachi Wadi temple circuit.
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