Sri Sambasadashiva Temple is situated on the banks of
Varahi River in the Sauda area of
Karnataka. The River flows behind the temple. The temple dates back to a thousand years. The
shivling of the temple is unique in that it is made from Saligrama stone with golden stripes on it. The idol of
Nandi facing Lord Sambasadashiva is carved from a single stone and that of Lord Venkataramana facing north is carved from Saligrama stone. The legacy of the temple shows out in its surroundings, although the temple is badly damaged by floods now.
The Shankaranarayana temple, a half kilometer from Sri Sambasadashiva Temple is a place worth visiting.
The nearest airport is Mangalore Airport and
Kundapura Railway Station is the nearest station. Shankaranarayana village is connected by road to Udupi.
