Lakulisa Temple, Pavagadh
Midway through the Pavagadh Hill one can find ruins of a small temple by the side of a pond. This Lakulisa Temple is for Lakulisa founder of Pashupata Shaivism which was one of the oldest and prominent Shaivite sect. This area is part of the Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park.
Today this 10th century A.D. ancient temple on the rocky hillsides lie in ruins. This dilapidated temple holds the iconography of Lord Shiva thought it houses Lakulisa within its walls.
Even though most of the upper half of the temple has fallen off the walls are still standing walls with intricate sculptures.
On the walls are fine sculptures on the external walls that give a glimpse of the original splendor. One can also see here the sculpture of Lakulisa.
36 comments:
Classic! Brilliantly captured the magnificence of great architecture :)
Wonderful post and photos
We have so many marvelous structures.. but alas!! nobody is there to take care..
Nice shots of the wonderful architecture and sculptures.
Wow! Great discovery on this hidden treasure of rock sculptures and carvings... Amazing captures
Lovely pics...
Fantastic!
Amazing and so lovely to see these sights and views!
Another fabulous temple!
What a lovely temple!
beautiful photos
The artistry is so amazing Rajesh. I can only imagine what it would have looked like when first built before the ravages of time… still so beautiful.
Amazing, beautiful sculptures/temple and wonderful captures as always, Rajesh!! Hope you and your family have a lovely weekend!!
I think it is so amazing that something like this is not fenced off to prevent looting (and vandalism by humans). It shows how different our countries are. (I am sad to say, it would be needed here to be fenced off).
truly intricate sculptures
Very ornate. Detail oriented. I wonder if there is a significance ot the number of anything on the temples.
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Impressionantes as esculturas primorosas em cada centÃmetro das paredes.
Um trabalho delicado e de muita paciência.
Bom fim de semana, com tudo de bom!
Beijinhos.
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Nice photos, yes, I love these delicious vestiges!
great ruins. Beautiful reflection. Have a lovely weekend.
Wonderful pictures!
Another amazing temple and example of fantastic carvings.
OOO, aren't they just beautiful
So sad that it is falling to ruin. There is such intricacy and beauty in these ancient stone carvings.
always love to see the elaborate details in the temples...lovely place!
The intricate design is spectacular!
what a beautiful place- such history!
The shadows are wonderful but the detailed carvings are just fascinating. A wonderful place.
So many intricate shadows!
Shadowy Stone
Hi Rajesh,
I was surprised to find a blog on this deserted temple because not many would notice the historic significance it holds. The etchings on the temple are still lovely and the idol inside looks divine and celestial. I loved visiting this beautiful temple and it made sad that it lies in ruins.
Nice shots.. do share more details about this place...
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This is our treasure . Beautiful images
Outstanding architecture...beautifully captured.
Wow.. very detailed stone work! Great pictures.
awesome picts
Beautiful captures
amazing architecture
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