Hasta Shilpa Heritage Village Museum – Part 7
Picking up from the earlier parts of my journey through Hasta Shilpa Heritage Village Museum, this final section takes us a little deeper into the traditional residential layouts and sacred spaces that shaped life in old Karnataka🌿🏛️.
Yerukone House 🏠
This house originally came from Kundapura and belonged to the Shetty community, who were prominent landlords of the region. Walking through this structure gives a clear understanding of how traditional homes were designed to support both family life and agricultural activities.
Harkur Olagina Mane (1605) 🌳
Another important structure here is the Harkur Olagina Mane, built in 1605 and also originating from Kundapura. This is another example of a Guthu House, but what truly stands out are its pillars, which are nearly 400 years old.
These pillars are extremely unique and visually striking, reflecting the skilled craftsmanship of that time. Even today, they manage to draw attention with their solid structure and fine detailing.
Harihara Mandir (1216) 🛕
The walk finally led us to the Harihara Mandir, the last structure in the museum complex. This temple originated from Kushalnagara near Madikeri and is believed to be 800 to 850 years old, dating back to 1216.
Unfortunately, by the time I reached this final section, everyone in the group was already waiting for me. With elders and kids feeling tired and hungry, I couldn’t spend as much time here as I wanted to. So, I had to quickly walk through this last phase, even though i wanted to stay longer.
That said, the long wait to visit Hasta Shilpa finally came to an end, and the experience was absolutely worth it. I truly hope to return someday, alone, to explore this beautiful place in much more detail and at a slower pace.
With this, I come to the end of my Hasta Shilpa Heritage Village Museum series. This is the last post of this continuation, and I leave with memories, stories, and a deeper appreciation for our architectural heritage 🌸✨.
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