Ganesha Temple at Kurudumale is one of the 15th century temple built during the time of Vijayanagara Kings.
This temple is built of a single rock without any foundation. On the exterior the temple is simple and plane. Half of the temple has different style of carving, believed to have been done by the legendary artist Jakanachari.
On the interior of the temple there are beautifully carved pillars.
The massive Ganesha Idol here is 13.5 feet long and 6 to 7 feet in width. Opposite to Lord Ganesha is a big mouse sculpture.
This temple is built of a single rock without any foundation. On the exterior the temple is simple and plane. Half of the temple has different style of carving, believed to have been done by the legendary artist Jakanachari.
On the interior of the temple there are beautifully carved pillars.
The massive Ganesha Idol here is 13.5 feet long and 6 to 7 feet in width. Opposite to Lord Ganesha is a big mouse sculpture.
Beautiful temple, Nice photos.
ReplyDeleteThat is one large mouse sculpture!
ReplyDeleteJM, Illinois-U.S.A.
How interesting that this temple was carved from a single rock. You did a good job photographing the interior's beautiful columns.
ReplyDeleteMade out of one rock - that's incredible.
ReplyDeleteNice captures.
ReplyDeleteIndeed classic craft work
ReplyDeleteThat is amazing-- the entire temple carved out of a single massive rock! Beautiful images.
ReplyDeleteGreat post
ReplyDeleteYour place is full of rich history and great interesting places.
ReplyDeletebeautiful carvings
ReplyDeleteMore animals than I've seen before on your sculpture posts ... That was a huge rock and amazing carving. Glad to learn the name of the legendary carver/artist!
ReplyDeleteInteresting architecture and sculptures....love the giant mouse!
ReplyDeleteInteresting to note about its building – on single rock! Beautiful carvings on the pillars
ReplyDeleteLove the photo of the idol! Fascinating!
ReplyDeletewhat gorgeous work on this temple....
ReplyDeleteSo much stunning artwork in this beautiful temple.
ReplyDeleteGreat post and well captured! Love the beautiful carvings!
ReplyDeleteIrene
Wonderful captures of the temple
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