Stock photography, photos: Chennakesava Temple - India Stock photos of Chennakesava Temple, Somnathpur - Situated in the unobtrusive village of Somnathpur, 35 kms. from Mysore, the exquisitely carved, star-shaped temple with triple towers is a perfect example of Hoysala architecture. It features friezes on its outer walls with intricately carved rows of caparisoned elephants, charging horsemen and mythological birds and beasts. The walls are adorned with beautifully sculpted images of gods, goddesses and scenes from the epics. 17th century frescoes. India Photograph: © Robert Burch Click for a larger image and more information Keywords associated with this stock photo: belur, India, asia, chennakesava temple, temple, Somnathpur, mysore