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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 Hoysala Sculpture, Chennakeshava Temple, Body Proportion Drawing, Ancient Carvings, Hoysala Architecture, Historical Sculptures, Ancient Drawings, Hindu Temples, Indian Sculpture

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

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Stone Temples of Hoysala Empire by John Paul - Exposure Allauddin Khilji, Belur Temple, Hoysala Architecture, Sanctum Sanctorum, Temple India, India Architecture, Ancient Indian Architecture, Temple Photography, Silhouette Painting

The city of Belur was the capital of the Hoysala kingdom until it was annexed by the Mughal ruler Allauddin Khilji. The Mughals looted and plunders the capital city after which Halebidu was established as the new capital. The temples and monuments of Belur are the best examples of Hoysala architecture and the highlight is the nature of the carvings; so intricate that they look like carvings made on sandalwood rather than stone.

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