Here both Shakti peetha and Jyotirlingam are together that makes it more auspicious. This temple is dedicated to Lord Mallikarjuna Swamy (a form of Shiva) and Devi Bhramaramba (a form of Parvathi)
This temple has the manifestation of Nandi. The temple has several gopurams. It has been a a beautiful site under the patronage of Vijayanagara kings.