Siddeshwar Temple by the ancient Balsamund Talab in Palari is a lesser - known brick temple of the 7th - 8th century. This west - facing temple strictly adheres to the tenets of the Shilpa Shastra and has been widely appreciated by historians, architects and artisans for its extraordinary sculptures, carved panels and structural ingenuity.... Continue Reading →
The ancient city of Boudh, formerly a part of the Khinjali Mandala of the Bhanja dynasty is dotted with stunning temples of the late 8th - 9th century built by Maharaja Ranabhanja. The discovery of plates makes mention of grants made by the Bhanjas of Khinjali Mandala to a village of Gandatapati (known later as... Continue Reading →
One of the finest examples of the Rashtrakutas, Kalyani Chalukyas (Western Chalukyas) and the Marathas is the Purada Siddeshwara Temple in the ancient town of Haveri. This place of great antiquity has been mentioned in the Mahabharat and is revered for its spiritual and religious potency. Also known as Siddeshwara Temple, this west-facing temple is... Continue Reading →
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