The rulers from Alupas kingdom in Barkur built many temples in this place between 7th and 16th century.
One such temple is Panchlingeshwar Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva at the southern part of this village. The temple has beautiful double storey gateway with pillared veranda on the either side.
This temple is one of the oldest temple, built during 7th century CE. The architecture is unique and originated in the 7th century. On the back side temple has Elephant-back type curvilinear structure.
The unique noteworthy feature of the architecture of the temple is their roof. The temple has typical sloping terracotta-tiled roofs. Being in a landscape of high rainfall, the temple roofs evolved from grass, clay tiles and eventually with the copper-plates.
The temple was renovated by the later local dynasties such as Heggades. The pillars on the corridor surrounding the temple has several carvings.
One such temple is Panchlingeshwar Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva at the southern part of this village. The temple has beautiful double storey gateway with pillared veranda on the either side.
This temple is one of the oldest temple, built during 7th century CE. The architecture is unique and originated in the 7th century. On the back side temple has Elephant-back type curvilinear structure.
The unique noteworthy feature of the architecture of the temple is their roof. The temple has typical sloping terracotta-tiled roofs. Being in a landscape of high rainfall, the temple roofs evolved from grass, clay tiles and eventually with the copper-plates.
The temple was renovated by the later local dynasties such as Heggades. The pillars on the corridor surrounding the temple has several carvings.
46 comments:
Interesting temple design! I really like the carvings. Great photos, thanks for sharing!
that is a very interesting building and carvings.
Lovely and beautiful historical photo mosaic and gorgeous photography ~ Happy Week to you ^_^
I can see where Western architecture has been heavily influenced by this style. Wonderful tile roof and very pleasing verandah.
Beautiful
That's beautiful, and amazing to think how old it is. I am entranced with ancient Indian music. I think it's delightfully spiritual, and I can not help but feel the presence of God when I listen to it.
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Cool shots!
The temple look like they have Asian influence in their architecture. They are in remarkably good condition!
Nice to see Barkur temples they are really treat to eyes .
Beautiful multistory temple...
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Absolutely unique and amazing old temple! Liked it curvy architecture
That's a very different look for a temple, but still very magnificent!
What a beautiful temple with such intricate carvings! I'm visiting from Mosaic Monday. Have a wonderful week.
I love temples from different places. The images are quite good and thanks for sharing
beautiful temple, thanks for sharing this ornately decorated place.
Your world is filled with so many fascinating things, Rajesh.
K
Really delicious and very good prospects in these photos! I love it!
Recently there was a prograame on Barkur temple on Udaya TV!
What a unique looking temple!
The carvings are wonderfull!
the design of this temple is different from the ones you already showed previously. very unique.
Great photos of amazing architecture.
Beautiful buildings!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
That's a beautiful temple. Carver, ABC Wed. Team
the first looks like a livable abode, actually.
I am very much enjoying the many close up details you have been showing us Rajesh. I can only imagine how fascinating it would be to see in real life.
Fascinating architecture, especially the elephant backed roof. I have never seen that type of rounded, curved roof before on a temple.
This temple is quite different from some of the others you've shared. I think it is very impressive.
Beautiful temple.
Nice temple. Resembles the temples of Kerala.
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Thank you for the information about this temple. It's beautiful. What I miss is : a map! Where in India are these beautiful buildings situated?
Wil, ABCW Team.
Stunning and beautiful temple!
The roof is amazing..as usual I am amazed at what was accomplished so beautifully so long ago in your country.
Thank you for appreciating this temple.
What an interesting and unique architecture. I would love to see inside.
The red accents add splash and dash!
Macro Mary/Ruby/Yellow
Beautiful building :)
Carvings on beautiful building and wonderful photos ~ thanks ^_^
I feel like your post give me such a wonderful picture of this country that I call "the country of my heart".
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I have passed through this place, haven't been here. Thanks to your pictures, it feels like i visited it finally..
Staying in manipal I never got a chance to visit this temple.. At least I saw some pictures.. Good clicks :)
Wooooow,,,,,,,,, lovely
Great piece of architecture...
Wonderful pictures :) Thanks for sharing :)
Brilliant craftsmanship, can sense the antiquity and peace of the temple.
Beautiful pics.
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