https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/lepakshi-nandi-veerabhadra-temple-on-unesco-world-heritage-tentative-list/article65271080.ece
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The Hindu
Lepakshi Nandi, Veerabhadra temple on UNESCO World Heritage tentative list
Mural paintings in the temple are unique striking features, the entry says
Lepakshi Temple, Architecture, Painting, Mythology and History
The famous Veerabhadra Swamy temple at Lepakshi, about 100 kms north of Bengaluru, along with the iconic Nandi statue is added to UNESCO's tentative list of world heritage sites in India for 2022.
Built on a tortoise shaped rocky hill called Kurmasailam, Lepakshi temple, considered a sculptural marvel, is located in Anantapuram district of Andhra Pradesh. It was built in the 16th century during the great Vijayanagara rule by brother Veeranna and Virupanna, who were governors during the reign of Achyutraya. It reflects the Vijayanagara style of architecture, with ornate sculptures and frescoes.
Lepakshi (arise oh bird) is the place where legendary Jatayu fought with Ravana.
The Lepakshi Nandi, locally popular as Lepakshi Basavanna, is a monolithic bull in sitting posture lying about 250 meters from the temple. The Nandi, about six meters in height, is carved out of a single granite stone. The Nandi was part of Andhra Pradesh government's tableau during the 2021 Republic Day parade in New Delhi.
A major attraction within the temple is the massive carving of a seven-headed serpent shielding a Shivalinga. Another allure is a “hanging pillar.”
The Paintings of Lepakshi are characterized by the use of orange-red background and the use of elegant line work. Particularly noteworthy are the beautiful hairstyles, the intricate jewelry, costumes, and the patterns of textiles depicted in the paintings. Nothing shown is ever blank. Every inch is beautifully detailed.
Some famous paintings from Lepakshi are ‘Shiva as bridegroom’, ‘The Royal Hermit’, ‘Eight handed Lord Shiva’, ‘Shiva with attendants’, etc. The rich use of colors makes these paintings masterpieces of ancient mural art.
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The famous Veerabhadra Swamy temple at Lepakshi, about 100 kms north of Bengaluru, along with the iconic Nandi statue is added to UNESCO's tentative list of world heritage sites in India for 2022.
Built on a tortoise shaped rocky hill called Kurmasailam, Lepakshi temple, considered a sculptural marvel, is located in Anantapuram district of Andhra Pradesh. It was built in the 16th century during the great Vijayanagara rule by brother Veeranna and Virupanna, who were governors during the reign of Achyutraya. It reflects the Vijayanagara style of architecture, with ornate sculptures and frescoes.
Lepakshi (arise oh bird) is the place where legendary Jatayu fought with Ravana.
The Lepakshi Nandi, locally popular as Lepakshi Basavanna, is a monolithic bull in sitting posture lying about 250 meters from the temple. The Nandi, about six meters in height, is carved out of a single granite stone. The Nandi was part of Andhra Pradesh government's tableau during the 2021 Republic Day parade in New Delhi.
A major attraction within the temple is the massive carving of a seven-headed serpent shielding a Shivalinga. Another allure is a “hanging pillar.”
The Paintings of Lepakshi are characterized by the use of orange-red background and the use of elegant line work. Particularly noteworthy are the beautiful hairstyles, the intricate jewelry, costumes, and the patterns of textiles depicted in the paintings. Nothing shown is ever blank. Every inch is beautifully detailed.
Some famous paintings from Lepakshi are ‘Shiva as bridegroom’, ‘The Royal Hermit’, ‘Eight handed Lord Shiva’, ‘Shiva with attendants’, etc. The rich use of colors makes these paintings masterpieces of ancient mural art.
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Three sites included in the tentative list of UNESCO'S World Heritage Sites.
1. Geoglyphs of Konkan Region of India
2. Living Root Bridge Cultural Landscapes of Meghalaya — Jingkieng jri
3. Sri Veerabhadra Temple and Monolith Bull (Nandi), Lepakshi (Vijayanagara Sculpture and Painting Art Tradition)
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1. Geoglyphs of Konkan Region of India
2. Living Root Bridge Cultural Landscapes of Meghalaya — Jingkieng jri
3. Sri Veerabhadra Temple and Monolith Bull (Nandi), Lepakshi (Vijayanagara Sculpture and Painting Art Tradition)
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https://bit.ly/3xVA0wZ
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ThePrint
South India challenges the notions of medieval Islam—lessons from Deccan history
It is absurd to replace modern mosques with temples—as absurd as demanding Tamilians pay reparations to Karnataka because the Cholas destroyed Kalyana in 1047.
Group of Monuments at Hampi
(UNESCO World Heritage Site)
The austere, grandiose site of Hampi was the last capital of the last great Hindu Kingdom of Vijayanagar. Its fabulously rich princes built Dravidian temples and palaces which won the admiration of travellers between the 14th and 16th centuries.
Hampi’s spectacular setting is dominated by river Tungabhadra, craggy hill ranges and open plains, with widespread physical remains. The sophistication of the varied urban, royal and sacred systems is evident from the more than 1600 surviving remains that include forts, riverside features, royal and sacred complexes, temples, shrines, pillared halls, Mandapas, memorial structures, gateways, defence check posts, stables, water structures, etc.
Among these, the Krishna temple complex, Narasimha, Ganesa, Hemakuta group of temples, Achyutaraya temple complex, Vitthala temple complex, Pattabhirama temple complex, Lotus Mahal complex, can be highlighted. Suburban townships (puras) surrounded the large Dravidian temple complexes containing subsidiary shrines, bazaars, residential areas and tanks applying the unique hydraulic technologies and skilfully and harmoniously integrating the town and defence architecture with surrounding landscape. The remains unearthed in the site delineate both the extent of the economic prosperity and political status that once existed indicating a highly developed society.
Dravidian architecture flourished under the Vijayanagara Empire and its ultimate form is characterised by their massive dimensions, cloistered enclosures, and lofty towers over the entrances encased by decorated pillars.
Another unique feature of temples at Hampi is the wide Chariot streets flanked by the rows of Pillared Mandapas, introduced when chariot festivals became an integral part of the rituals. The stone chariot in front of the temple is also testimony to its religious ritual. Most of the structures at Hampi are constructed from local granite, burnt bricks and lime mortar. The stone masonry and lantern roofed post and lintel system were the most favoured construction technique.
Vijayanagara architecture is also known for its adoption of elements of Indo Islamic Architecture in secular buildings like the Queen’s Bath and the Elephant Stables, representing a highly evolved multi-religious and multi-ethnic society.
Building activity in Hampi continued over a period of 200 years reflecting the evolution in the religious and political scenario as well as the advancements in art and architecture. The city rose to metropolitan proportions and is immortalized in the words of many foreign travellers as one of the most beautiful cities. The Battle of Talikota (1565 CE) led to a massive destruction of its physical fabric.
https://www.deccanherald.com/state/karnataka-districts/hampi-authority-shuts-down-16-illegal-resorts-near-heritage-site-1121424.html
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(UNESCO World Heritage Site)
The austere, grandiose site of Hampi was the last capital of the last great Hindu Kingdom of Vijayanagar. Its fabulously rich princes built Dravidian temples and palaces which won the admiration of travellers between the 14th and 16th centuries.
Hampi’s spectacular setting is dominated by river Tungabhadra, craggy hill ranges and open plains, with widespread physical remains. The sophistication of the varied urban, royal and sacred systems is evident from the more than 1600 surviving remains that include forts, riverside features, royal and sacred complexes, temples, shrines, pillared halls, Mandapas, memorial structures, gateways, defence check posts, stables, water structures, etc.
Among these, the Krishna temple complex, Narasimha, Ganesa, Hemakuta group of temples, Achyutaraya temple complex, Vitthala temple complex, Pattabhirama temple complex, Lotus Mahal complex, can be highlighted. Suburban townships (puras) surrounded the large Dravidian temple complexes containing subsidiary shrines, bazaars, residential areas and tanks applying the unique hydraulic technologies and skilfully and harmoniously integrating the town and defence architecture with surrounding landscape. The remains unearthed in the site delineate both the extent of the economic prosperity and political status that once existed indicating a highly developed society.
Dravidian architecture flourished under the Vijayanagara Empire and its ultimate form is characterised by their massive dimensions, cloistered enclosures, and lofty towers over the entrances encased by decorated pillars.
Another unique feature of temples at Hampi is the wide Chariot streets flanked by the rows of Pillared Mandapas, introduced when chariot festivals became an integral part of the rituals. The stone chariot in front of the temple is also testimony to its religious ritual. Most of the structures at Hampi are constructed from local granite, burnt bricks and lime mortar. The stone masonry and lantern roofed post and lintel system were the most favoured construction technique.
Vijayanagara architecture is also known for its adoption of elements of Indo Islamic Architecture in secular buildings like the Queen’s Bath and the Elephant Stables, representing a highly evolved multi-religious and multi-ethnic society.
Building activity in Hampi continued over a period of 200 years reflecting the evolution in the religious and political scenario as well as the advancements in art and architecture. The city rose to metropolitan proportions and is immortalized in the words of many foreign travellers as one of the most beautiful cities. The Battle of Talikota (1565 CE) led to a massive destruction of its physical fabric.
https://www.deccanherald.com/state/karnataka-districts/hampi-authority-shuts-down-16-illegal-resorts-near-heritage-site-1121424.html
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Deccan Herald
Hampi Authority shuts down 16 illegal resorts near heritage site
The Hampi World Heritage Area Management Authority has sealed 16 “illegal” resorts at Hampi in Vijayanagara district. The Authority had slapped show-cause notices on the owners as there was no
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-who-was-nadaprabhu-kempegowda-statue-bengaluru-airport-7996781/
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The Indian Express
Explained: Who was Nadaprabhu Kempegowda, whose statue is coming up at Bengaluru airport?
Nadaprabhu Kempegowda, a 16th century chieftain of the Vijayanagara empire, is credited as the founder of Bengaluru.
Chronological succession in South India during Medieval era. Students often get confused in this topic. This table simplifies it for us.
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https://www.deccanherald.com/state/top-karnataka-stories/3d-images-of-hampi-structures-at-central-vista-museum-1134063.html
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Deccan Herald
3D images of Hampi structures at Central Vista museum
The 3D pictures of the Vijayanagara era monuments at Hampi, a UNESCO world heritage site in the district, will adorn museum at Central Vista, the new Parliament building, in New Delhi.
Look at this modern ugliness. May be to ensure that the temple doesn't fall off, someone built this. It could be from the British era or from post-colonial era, I am not sure. But in order to protect the structural integrity, they have needlessly sacrificed the aesthetic integrity.
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https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-history/hampi-virupaksha-temple-collapse-history-9352962/
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The Indian Express
Portion of Hampi’s Virupaksha temple collapses: What is its history and the threats it faces today?
A nationally protected monument and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, here is what to know about the Virupaksha temple, its history, significance, and the restoration work underway.