Hoysala sculpture

Lady with a bird, Halebid Temples, Belur, Karnataka

Madanikas (celestial maidens) of the Belur Hoysala Chennakeshava temple built in 11th century. There are a total of 42 beautifully crafted Madanikas around the temple. Some madanikas are presented here. The entire temple is a fine and intricately carved architectural marvel. #hinduism #hindu #hindutemple

We were awestruck. Words fail to describe the magnificence of Halebid. It should be seen and savoured. Going to Halebid was a decision taken in a whiff on the last weekend. The plan was to drive very

Hoysala dynasty, family that ruled in India from about 1006 to about 1346 ce in the southern Deccan and for a time in the Kaveri (Cauvery) River valley. The first kings came from the hills northwest of Dorasamudra (present-day Halebid), which became their capital about 1060. With their hardy hill-dwelling, Kannada-speaking followers, they gradually absorbed Gangavadi (Mysore state) and the rich lands beyond the Tungabhadra toward Dharwar and Raichur. The imperialistic programs of the…

Hosaholalu Photography

Did you know that 2 hours from Bangalore lies a beautiful Hoysala temple in all its original glory and that it is in a remote village?

Hosaholalu Photography

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