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Hanging Pillars of Lepakshi

The hanging pillar and other wonders of Lepakshi

Lepakshi is a small town in Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, India. Town was built during the Vijayanagara period (1336–1646) and it is historically and archaeologically significant, with three shrines dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu and Veerabhadra. The most interesting thing about Lepakshi is its...

/ 2015-01-11
Idol of Lord Vitthala and Lord Janardhana found at Janardhana Temple

14th Century Bronze Idols Discovered

Recently two bronze icons dating back to the Vijayanagar period have been found. The icons of Lord Vitthala and Lord Janardhana were found at the Janardhana temple in Belanje village near Hebri in Karkala taluk. The icon of Lord Vitthala is 28 cm...

/ 2014-12-14
Virupaksha temple, Vijaynagar

Ancient Virupaksha Temple at Hampi

The Virupaksha Temple is one of the most stunning landmarks in India and the main center of pilgrimage at Hampi. Temple is noted for its architecture and has been listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Dating back 1,300 years, the magnificent structure...

/ 2014-11-23