The 10th - 11th century Shiv Mandir known locally as Hazariya Mahadev Mandir located on the outskirts of the lesser - known Pali vilage is one of the most amazing Shivalayas ever built. The temple is open to the public only on three days in a year namely Shravan Somavara, Kartika Purnima and Maha Shivaratri.... Continue Reading →
A stunning example of 10th - 11th century temple architecture of the Kalachuris of Tripuri also known as Kalachuris of Chedi is the Shiva Temple located in the remote Ganiyari village in Bilaspur district. This east – facing temple located in front of a lake has the most charming sculptures of its time adorning the... Continue Reading →
Madhya Bharat, the centre of Shaivism between the 9th to 10th century is dotted with beautiful Shiva Temples built in the Nagara as well as Rekha Deul style of architecture predominantly seen in Odisha and parts of West Bengal, Bihar and Chhattisgarh. One stunning example of the Rekha Deul style that has miraculously survived the ravages of the... Continue Reading →
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