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Wonder in Stone uploaded on 6 February 2008

Belur used to be the early capital of the glorious Hoysala Empire.
The Channakesava Temple in Belur is regarded as one of the most magnificent pieces of Hoysala Architecture. It is estimated that it took over a 100 years to build this temple complex.It was finally completed in 1116 AD. The temple walls contain intricate sculptures of wars, great epics and the sagas of glorious kings. There are over a thousand miniature sculptures of elephants that adorn the outer (lower) walls. The interesting fact is that each of these elephants is unique in its design and posture.

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Bokeh uploaded on 6 February 2008

The Channakesava Temple, Belur is regarded as one of the most magnificent pieces of Hoysala Architecture. Belur used to be the ancient capital of the great Hoysala Empire.It is estimated that it took over a 100 years to build this temple complex.It was finally completed in 1116 AD.
The temple walls contain intricate sculptures of wars, great epics and the sagas of glorious kings.

Balls of Cotton thread are lit up on this piece of stone as an offering to the diety.

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The Walls of Art uploaded on 6 February 2008

The Channakesava Temple, Belur is regarded as one of the most magnificent pieces of Hoysala Architecture. Belur used to be the ancient capital of the great Hoysala Empire.It is estimated that it took over a 100 years to build this temple complex.It was finally completed in 1116 AD.
The temple walls contain intricate sculptures of wars, great epics and the sagas of glorious kings. There are over a thousand miniature sculptures of elephants that adorn the outer (lower) walls. The interesting fact is that each of these elephants is unique in its design and posture.

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Gopuram of Channakesava Temple uploaded on 6 February 2008

The Channakesava Temple, Belur is regarded as one of the most magnificent pieces of Hoysala Architecture. Belur used to be the ancient capital of the great Hoysala Empire.It is estimated that it took over a 100 years to build this temple complex.It was finally completed in 1116 AD.
The temple walls contain intricate sculptures of wars, great epics and the sagas of glorious kings. There are over a thousand miniature sculptures of elephants that adorn the outer (lower) walls. The interesting fact is that each of these elephants is unique in its design and posture.

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Silent Prayers uploaded on 5 February 2008

Boy praying to Garuda- The Vehicle of Lord Vishnu

In Hindu mythology, a Garuda is a mythical bird like creature usually the mount (vahanam) of Vishnu. Garuda is depicted as having a golden body, white face, red wings, and an eagle's beak and wings but a man's body. He wears a crown on his head. He is ancient and huge, and can block out the sun.

Belur used to be the early capital of the glorious Hoysala Empire.The Channakesava Temple is regarded as one of the most magnificent pieces of Hoysala Architecture.

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Gopuram of Channakesava Temple uploaded on 5 February 2008

The Channakesava Temple, Belur is regarded as one of the most magnificent pieces of Hoysala Architecture. It is estimated that it took over a 100 years to build this temple complex.It was finally completed in 1116 AD.
The temple walls contain intricate sculptures of wars, great epics and the sagas of glorious kings. There are over a thousand miniature sculptures of elephants that adorn the outer (lower) walls. The interesting fact is that each of these elephants is unique in its design and posture.

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Garudasthambha uploaded on 5 February 2008

The Channakesava Temple, Belur is regarded as one of the most magnificent pieces of Hoysala Architecture. It is estimated that it took over a 100 years to build this temple complex.It was finally completed in 1116 AD. Garudas were the elite body guards of the emperors. When the kings died, the garudas committed suicide. The Pillar is erected as a memorial. The interesting fact about this pillar is that it is balanced only on 3 points.
The elite body guards are named after Garuda - The Vehicle of Lord Vishnu

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Belur - The Sculptor's Paradise uploaded on 5 February 2008

The Channakesava Temple, Belur is regarded as one of the most magnificent pieces of Hoysala Architecture. It is estimated that it took over a 100 years to build this temple complex.It was finally completed in 1116 AD. Garudas were the elite body guards of the emperors. When the kings died, the garudas committed suicide. The Pillar is erected as a memorial. The interesting fact about this pillar is that it is balanced only on 3 points.
The elite body guards are named after Garuda - The Vehicle of Lord Vishnu

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Gopuram of Channakesava Temple uploaded on 5 February 2008

This temple is regarded as one of the most magnificent pieces of Hoysala Architecture. It is estimated that it took over a 100 years to build this temple complex.It was finally completed in 1116 AD. The temple walls contain intricate sculptures of wars, great epics and the sagas of glorious kings. There are over a thousand miniature sculptures of elephants that adorn the outer (lower) walls. The interesting fact is that each of these elephants is unique in its design and posture.