Thursday, November 1, 2012

Grishneshwar Temple, Velur

Grishneshwar Temple is at Verul at a distance of 11 kms from Daulatabad. This place is close to another historic place Ellora Caves. This temple dedicated to Lord Shivaand it is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. 



This ancient temple was re-constructed several times, once in the 16th century by Maloji Bhosale of Verul, and later by 18th century by Ahilyabai Holkar.



The tower of the temple is beautifully carved with lovely sculptures.  As it was a special day when we visited the temple there was huge rush. Hence I could not go close to the temple.

36 comments:

  1. With the backdrop it really looks beautiful..

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  2. Another great info. thank you...

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  3. Despite the distance it looks beautiful, such detailed carvings.

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  4. My wait has at last paid off. I wanted to learn about this place. The photograph has come out beautiful.

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  5. Belamente decorado... uma maravilha.
    Tenha um lindo dia!
    Beijinhos.
    Brasil
    ¸.•°`♥✿⊱╮

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  6. Well, in spite of the huge rush, you got close enough to take some terrific photos of this place and all its ornate beauty!

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  7. Nice captures of a beautiful temple.

    http://rajniranjandas.blogspot.in/

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  8. Very beautiful photos for SWF,Rajesh!Thank you for sharing and have a nice weekend!

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  9. Oh, such lovely blue skies, Rajesh, and the perfect backdrop for the incredible temple and sculptures!! Have a great weekend!

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  10. A very nice temple. I am glad you shared!

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  11. Great post, - lovely photos!

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  12. Gorgeous against the blue sky -- the carvings look like lacework.

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  13. Beautiful shots of the temple against the blue sky.

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  14. I have heard a lot about this temple, a favorite of my uncle. Thank you for posting photos. It is in my wish list to go there.

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  15. Anonymous09:39

    oh how i wish you took a closer look at the detailing of this temple.

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  16. Very impressive facade and architecture.

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  17. The temple tower is very beautiful! Thanks for the details.

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  18. Anonymous12:53

    How ornate and gorgeous!

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  19. Lovely clicks Rajesh.

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  20. Wonderful temple, another great beauty. Good photos.

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  21. Amazing structure! Happy sky watching.

    Skywatch

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  22. It is so lovely to see green leaves.;) Here our trees are almost bare.
    Beautiful architecture as well.;)
    Have a nice weekend,
    xoxo

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  23. ¸.•°✿⊱╮
    °✿ Olá, amigo!

    Ótimo mês de novembro para você.
    Bom fim de semana!
    Beijinhos do Brasil.°✿
    ♫•*¨*•.¸¸✿✿¸¸.•*¨*•♫

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  24. The tower of this temple is indeed intricate and beautiful.

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  25. I like all the tiny shadows tucked away in the carving!

    Nature Paints Shadows

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  26. I wish I could have seen the craftsmen at work. I can't even imagine how this glorious temple was made.

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  27. Great details once again.

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  28. What a beautiful temple! Thank you for sharing

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  29. Thank you all for the appreciation.

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  30. the details are incredible!

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  31. Great shots of a beautiful temple. Love the ornate carving...even from a distance. Thank you for taking part of Mandarin Orange Monday:)

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  32. Anonymous16:21

    This Temple is indeed looking very Lovely...

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  33. I should go there sometime, this temple is really ancient and so beautiful, peaceful too.

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