Ikkeri is situated 76 Kms to the north of Shimoga and about 3 kms to the south of Sagar taluka. The word means "Two Streets". This place was the capital of Keladi Nayakas for some years. The walls of the city were of great extent, forming three concentric enclosures. In the citadel was the palace build of mud and timber, adorned with carvings and false gildings. The only vestige of the former greatness of Ikkeri is the temple of Aghoreshvara, a large and well-proportioned stone building, constructed in a mixed style with a unique conception.
