Polali Rajarajeshwari Temple is a temple located in Polali, Dakshina Kannada district . The primary deity of the temple is Shri Rajarajeshwari. The temple was constructed in the 8th century AD by King Suratha and has been renovated completely in 2019. The idol of Shri Rajarajeshwari is completely made from clay with special medicinal properties. The temple portrays Hindu architecture with roofs adorned with wooden carvings of gods and copper plates. Polali Chendu festival is an important festive where football is played to represent the fight of good over evil. The Chendu festival is followed by the annual festival in March, which lasts for a month and is attended by people from all over the world. The temple is located on the banks of the river Phalguni in Kariyangala village and is surrounded by lush paddy fields.
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