One masterpiece from the group stands out – the Temple of Virupaksha, built c. 740 by Queen Lokamahadevi to commemorate her husband's victory over the kings from the South. Description is available ...

Dating back to the 13th century Kakatiya period, this temple was initiated in 1213 CE under Rudradeva and Recharla Rudra, taking 40 years to complete. It boasts carved granite pillars and a ...

The design of the temple hall and roof of Sangameshvara and Virupaksha temple are similar ... The average minimum and maximum temperature of Pattadakal is as given below. The best time to visit ...

The cradle of ancient civilisations as well as a land of contrasts, Karnataka boasts an exceptionally rich architectural and ...

Built in the Dravidian style of architecture by the Rashtrakutas of Manyakheta, the Jain temple is located on the Pattadakal – Badami Road. It is believed the temple was built as per wishes of ...

On this International Women's Day, we recall the women behind the creation of some of India’s most iconic monuments, who ...

Queen Udayamati and Queen Lokamahadevi constructed Rani ki Vav and Virupaksha Temple. Rani Rashmoni envisioned the Dakshineswar Kali Temple. Their contributions shaped India's architectural heritage.

Pattadakal, in Karnataka, represents the high point of ... One masterpiece from the group stands out – the Temple of Virupaksha, built c. 740 by Queen Lokamahadevi to commemorate her husband's victory ...