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Veeranarayana Temple, Belavadi
ವೀರನಾರಾಯಣ ದೇವಾಲಯ
Gadag, Karnataka
Hoysala dynasty (12th century CE)HoysalaHindu (Vaishnava)ASI-protectedAI Compiled
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The Veeranarayana Temple at Belavadi near Gadag is a masterpiece of Hoysala architecture. Built in 1117 CE by Boppa Dandanayaka, it is a trikuta (three-shrined) temple dedicated to Vishnu.
Famous for its meticulous soapstone carvings, the temple features the unique Hoysala star-shaped platform and bands of intricate friezes depicting elephants, horses, scrolls, and mythological scenes.