Belur Temple Karnataka

At a separation of 25 km from Chikmagalur, 40 km from Hassan, 165 km from Mangalore, 154 km from Mysore and 217 km from Bangalore, Belur is extremely acclaimed sanctuary town arranged in Hassan District of Karnataka State. It is eminent for the fantastic Hoysala Temple committed to Lord Chennakesava, an incarnation of Vishnu. It is the best of three Hoysala sanctuaries designated for UNESCO World Heritage Sites (other two being the sanctuaries at Halebid and Somnathpur). The Hoysala sanctuaries are known for minute and perplexing carvings and models with metal like cleaning. It is extraordinary compared to other legacy destinations in Karnataka, arranged on Bangalore to Chikmagalur course. Belur is one of the outstanding Karnataka visitor places.

Belur was the early capital of the effective Hoysala Empire on the banks of River Yagachi. According to engravings found here, Belur was some time ago called as Velapuri. Hoysalas were at first under the control of Chalukyas and assemble their own kingdom after the fall of Chalukyas. The Hoysala administration initially had their capital at Halebid where they led for more than 150 years. In any case, it was attacked by Malik Kafur in fourteenth century, pillaged to destitution and remains. Consequently, the Hoysalas moved their seat of energy to Belur.

The Chennakesava sanctuary is one of the finest cases of Hoysala design. It was worked by lord Vishnuvardhana to commend his triumph over the Cholas at Talakad in 1117 CE. It took 103 years to finish the sanctuary and Vishnuvardhana's grandson Veera Ballala II finished the assignment. Remaining on a star-formed stage, the sanctuary has three entryways. There are two more places of worship for Soumyanayaki and Ranganayaki, consorts of Sri Chennakesava. There is a Pushkarni or ventured well to the correct side of the primary passage. The dravida style rajagopuram at the passage was a later expansion by the Vijayanagar lords.

The exterior of the sanctuary is loaded with multifaceted models and friezes with no part left clear. There are around 48 mainstays of different sizes, shapes and outlines, bearing declaration to noteworthy masterfulness. Narasimha Pillar is a case of the compelling artwork work done by Hoysala craftsmen. The primary feature of the sanctuary is Darpana Sundari or The woman with the mirror. There are four understood section figures on the luxurious roof that are motivated by Shantaladevi's blessed by the gods magnificence. Guests can see a few carvings portraying scenes of Mahabharata, Ramayana and the Upanishads. Figures of feathered creatures and creatures additionally can be seen. The lovely model of Shantaladevi is put on the round stage before the holy place. It is exceptional for its empty and versatile adornments. The broadly cut entryway of the sanctum and the substantial life measure figures of Lord Vishnu and different divine beings inside the sanctuary display brilliant workmanship.

Mangalore Airport is the closest air terminal, which is 174 km from Belur. Closest Railway Station is at Hassan, which is around 24 km from Belur. It has trains from Dharwar, Cannanore, Bangalore, Mysore, Shimoga and Arsikere. Consistent transports utilize from Bangalore, Chikmagalur, Halebid, Kadur, Hassan, Mangalore and Mysore to Belur.