Halebid
Halebidu, capital of the Hoysala Empire during the 12th century, is home to one of the best examples of Hoysala architecture in the ornate Hoysaleswara temple. Halebid was earlier known as Dwarasamudra, the ‘Gateway to the Sea’.
Hoysaleswara Temple
Soap stone AKA Chloritic Schist was used in the construction of this temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Hoysaleswara Temple
This temple is built on a star-shaped pedestal and is centered around a pillared hall.
Hoysaleswara Temple
Nandi
Temple facade
The exterior walls of the temple are covered with numerous depictions from Hindu mythology.
Frieze
Frieze detail
Frieze detail
This temple has been proposed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Facade
Hindu Trinity – Brahma, Shiva, and Vishu
Lord Shiva
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