The Virupaksha Temple is one of the important destinations
in India.
The Virupaksha temple is located at Hampi, in Bellary
District Of Karnataka State.
a. The Virupaksha Temple in Hampi, Karnataka is
noted for its architecture and has been listed among the UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES.
b. Hampi Sits on the banks of Thungabhadra River .
c.
Virupaksha is an
avatar of Lord Shiva , Pampa is the godess at the temple.
d.
It was originally
small shrine constructed in 7th century.
e.
Even though it
was small temple , major part of the temple was constructed during Vijayanagar
Rulers time.
f.
The temple has
been so constructed that the River Thungabhadra flows along its terrace, descends to the temple kitchen and passes
through the outer court.
g.
It is believed that this temple has been functioning
uninterruptedly ever since its inception in the 7th century AD. That makes this one of the oldest functioning
temples in India.
h. Over
the centuries the temple gradually expanded into a sprawling complex with many
sub shrines, pillared halls, flag posts, lamp posts, towered gateways and even
a large temple kitchen.
This
east facing giant tower (Gopura) leads you the first courtyard of the temple
complex. This pastel painted 9 storied tower with a pair of cow horn like
projections on top is the most prominent landmark in Hampi. The lower two tiers
of the tower is made of decorated stone work.
FESTIVALS AT TEMPLE
The temple continues to prosper and attracts huge crowds for the betrothal and marriage festivities of Virupaksha and Pampa in December.
The Virupaksha Temple is
located in Hampi which is about 350 km from Bangalore 13 km fom Hospet
Railway station. The nearest Airport is Bellary.
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