Arakeshvara Templa, Hindu temple in Chamarajanagar district, India
The Arakeshvara Temple displays traditional architecture with a sanctum, vestibule, closed hall, and open hall following Western Ganga construction principles.
King Butuga II constructed this temple in 949 AD to commemorate his victory over the Cholas of Tanjore at the battle of Takkolam.
The temple walls contain detailed relief carvings depicting musicians, dancers, and scenes from Hindu mythology, particularly in the closed ceremonial hall.
The Archaeological Survey of India maintains this Monument of National Importance, which visitors can locate at coordinates 11.968066 latitude and 76.987765 longitude.
The ceiling of the closed hall features an ashtadikpalaka grid showing eight directional guardians with a central dancing Shiva figure.
Location: Chamarajanagar district
GPS coordinates: 11.96807,76.98776
Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:02
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