Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Jain Basadi, Halebid

The Jain Temples of Halebid are the gems of 12th century.  There are three Jain temples all constructed that are constructed inside the single complex by queen Shantaladevi.



The attractive mantapa at the entrance to these temples is a glimpse of the rich architectural beauty of the bygone era of Hoysala period. The three temples are:

These temples are just a stones throw away from the famous Hoysaleswara Temple.

16 comments:

  1. I am always amazed about his architectural work and the decoration ! The sculptures etc ! so beautiful !

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  2. So nice seeing what you share. I enjoy it as would never know about it otherwise. Most interesting.

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  3. Such an amazing place !!
    Gorgeous photos !!
    Greetings

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  4. Amazing temples!

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  5. Great architecture

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  6. Lovely architecture!

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  7. Beautiful architecture - I love that it is preserved.

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  8. looks like roman pillars

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  9. Our dear friends last name is Jain and I learned a bit about Jain religion from a tour guide who took us around Agra.

    Worth a Thousand Words

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  10. Is the temple in the second photo actually rather pinkish? Beautiful!

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  11. I imagine this is amazing to visit.

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  12. The temple got great mantapa and impressive pillars! Lovely capture

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  13. Have been there long back! They are gorgeous!

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  14. Hoysala temple architecture -- just marvelous!!

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  15. वाह !! जितना पुराना उतना ही सुन्दर

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