Sharneshwar Shiva Temple

About this place

This Shiva shrine is among the most visited heritage stops inside the forest circuit because it feels like a “temple discovered in the wild.” Even in a weathered state, the stone craftsmanship, old mandapa spaces, and the quiet forest surroundings create a powerful devotional mood. It’s especially memorable for travellers who like ancient architecture—pillars, carvings, and the sense of walking through a once-active sacred complex that nature has slowly surrounded.

History & highlights

The site is listed among Polo’s notable medieval monuments, commonly dated to the 15th century. Descriptions record detailed architectural elements (mandapa, sanctum spaces, carvings, surrounding ruins) and note state archaeology involvement in managing/restoring the broader Polo monuments. Its survival as a key landmark reflects how Polo’s temple-building phase remained the strongest visible evidence of the area’s historic settlement after the town declined.

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