“Kuruvatti” is a village nested on the banks of the river Tungabhadra. This place is
home to a very beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Mallikarjuna. It was built in
the 12th Century by the Kalyana Chalukyas and later improvised by the Hoysalas. The
god here is referred to as Trailokyamallesvara and Ahavamallesvara in some of
the inscriptions. This temple is located in the center of the village and
attracts a huge crowd from all over the State during festival days. This temple
is a typical Chalukyas masterpiece, with unique features such as the carvings
of Apsaras on the pillar tops of the front porch and numerous Nagabandha
carvings on the door frames .There is also a detached Nandi Mantap in front of
the temple.
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| Mallikarjuna Temple |
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| Apsara on the Pillar Top |
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| Skillfully Executed Pillar |
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| Lord Ganesha |
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| Lord Surya |
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| King Someshwara with his Two Queens and Two Helpers |
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| Makara Torana |
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| Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu |
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| Beautiful Door frame |
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| Lion |
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| Dancing Couple |
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| Nagabandhas |
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| Seven Banded Door Frame |
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| Saiva Dwarapalas |
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| Blessed One |
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| On Request Photography |
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| Wooden Chariot |
Wonderful carvings very well captured..!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely superb pics. The cream colored Vimanam looks pretty. The apsara & the skilfully carved pillar/door frame/roof etc look exquisite.Thanks for sharing pics of the deities. Have a great & wonderful New Year 2013.
ReplyDeleteSuperb captures of an incredible place! The carvings are wonderful indeed! Awesome! Wishing you and your family a very prosperous and Happy New Year!!
ReplyDeleteSylvia
Beautiful temple with lovely carvings. Nice shots!
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Wonderful photographs! Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteThis is truly a beautiful structure. The white dome is marvelous and all the carving is exquisite.
ReplyDeleteAwesome clicks! :)
ReplyDeleteFourth pic is the best one!! Good to see you back blogging.
ReplyDeleteSrik
Exceptionally beautiful architecture.
ReplyDeleteGreat work - the pics as well as the info
ReplyDeleteDelightful post.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing. Fantastic captures. Rich heritage...
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year TGS
ReplyDeleteLoved all pics. Such intricate work. even the spire looks very attractive.
very cool temple :)
ReplyDeletehappy new year
ReplyDeletebeautiful photos
Wonderful art works and cute kids. Great header too.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful temple, and lovely captures!wish you a wonderful year filled with travel!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful sculptures, captured perfectly, a feast for our eyes. A gem of a place to visit. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeletethe interiors of the temple is so beautiful. Where exactly is this located. Bellary is my native you know.
ReplyDeleteबहुत ही सुन्दर स्थापत्य। एक अद्भुत विस्मयकारी धरोहर!
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