Gopuram of Channakesava Temple
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.
About this place:
The Channakesava Temple at 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.
How to get there?
* By Air: Bangalore airport is the nearest to Belur (222 kms)
* By Train: Hassan is just 40 kms from Belur. Banavara and Arasikere are also near Belur.
* By Road: Regular buses ply from Bangalore (222 kms), Halebid (16 kms), Hassan (40 kms), Hospet (330 kms), Mangalore (124 kms), Mysore (149 kms) to Belur.
Postcards about Belur:
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5 February 2008
From:
Raghuram Ashok
Mysore, State of Karn?taka, IN
Discovered by Raghuram Ashok
on 5 February 2008.
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