Within the Channakeshva Temple complex at Belur there are more than a score of structures of varying importance. There are important sub shrines which have been carved beautifully.
Veeranarayna Temple is towards east of main temple. The temple is built in 1117 A.D on a platform. Even though temple is a small, it is definitely a Hoysala structure of considerable artistic importance.
On the outer walls of the temple there are a number of beautiful images, some of which are really fine condition. There is a carving of a warrior fighting with another warrior on the elephant. Each part of the sculpture is carved intricately.
Veeranarayna Temple is towards east of main temple. The temple is built in 1117 A.D on a platform. Even though temple is a small, it is definitely a Hoysala structure of considerable artistic importance.On the outer walls of the temple there are a number of beautiful images, some of which are really fine condition. There is a carving of a warrior fighting with another warrior on the elephant. Each part of the sculpture is carved intricately.
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Impressive - I don't know how you'd start carving something like that elephant.
Classic!
Interesting wall sculpture! Simply elegant structure.
Nice shots!!
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Wishing you a joyful Ganesha.
Lovely shots.
I'm always amazed by the carvings!!Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
Wonderful carvings, lovely pale skies for a backdrop, Rajesh! Have a great weekend!
A nice photo of this old temple!
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Muito lindo, outra maravilha da arquitetura hindu.
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These sculptures appear to be in wonderful condition...and to think they are so old. I love all the decorations on the elephant. genie
That 'warrior' elephant is indeed elegant!
Some very impressive carvings on the outer walls. Amazing detail!
That's a very beautiful temple.
Looks like very delicate carvings on this temple.
I like the Veeranarayna Temple. nice photos.
Wow! I love the carvings! They are beautiful!
Amazing sculpted works.
A treasure!
Beautiful shots. Happy sky watching.
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Thank you all appreciating the craftsmanship.
Great culture and historical shots once again.
Happy SSS & w/end.
Greetings from a rainy Stockholm.
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My mind is boggled to think about the work it would have taken. The elephant alone is a work of art and he is only a small part of this amazing structure! Wow.
Beautiful
Beautiful details as always!
Thank you all for appreciating this beautiful temple.
Yet to go belur,but looks like an interesting place
great clicks...beautifully carved designs.
Heard a Lot about this Place and I am very much interested to visit this Place with all these Old Architecture,they fascinate me a Lot.
Heard a lot about this place... you should also add how to reach for readers like us :)
Went to this temple last weekend only .....artistic and beautifully carved sculpture all around the temple make it an architecture marvel
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