Architectural Wonder THE CHENNAKESAVA TEMPLE BELUR: The Legacy of Hoysala Architecture (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798664588668)

Chennakesava Temple, Belur situated on the river Yagachi. a monument of exquisite architecture built by the Hoysala king Vishnuvardhana A.D 1117. The Hoysalas ruled over southern part of Kamataka from river Tungabhadra in the north up to river Kaveri to the south between A.D 1000 and A.D 1346. During their reign, this region flourished with rich art and culture and many temples were erected. This grand temple is of star-shape with intricate carving on the exterior walls and interiors with marvelous sculptures and lathe-turned pillars. The major attractions of this temple are the rail parapet running around the temple, large images of Gods and Goddesses, the bracket figures of various attitudes, the car-like niches, the gravity pillar, the ceiling and the stone screen. The sculptures are highly ornated

Author: Sainath Reddappa
ISBN-10: 866458866X
ISBN-13: 9798664588668
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 07/08/2020
Pages: 86
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.21d