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Situated
on the left bank of the Malaprabha river, Pattadakal a World Heritage Centre has
10 major temples representing early Chalukyan architecture.
The biggest
temple here is dedicated to Virupaksha. Enclosed in a large quadrangle surrounded
by small cells, it has a massive gateway and several inscriptions. Besides scenes
from the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, there is a wonderful carving designed to
look like an elephant from one side and a buffalo from the other. In front of
the temple is a majestic 2.6k metres high Nandi. In contrast to the pink - tinged
sandstone temples, the Nandi is made of deep green stone and is covered in a red
floral cape. The Virupaksha temples is still used for worship.
Stop
now at the Mallikarjuna and Papanatha temples delicately chiseled, rich in detail.
The inner hall of the Papanatha temple is guarded by Nandi and Virabhadra. There
are 16 pillars in the main hall with beautiful carvings.
The
Jain Temple here is from the Rashtrakuta Period.
Besides these temples
is a group of temples remarkable primarily, for representing two chief styles
of Indian architecture, side by side.
The detailed descriptions in the
sculptures of the temples give an insight into the social life of those days.
Local Festivals: 
The Pattadakal Dance Festival is organized annually by the Government of Karnataka.
Languages Spoken: Kannada, Hindi, English.
When to go there: The best time to visit Pattadakal is between
October and February.
How to get there Rail :
The nearest Railway Station is Badami, 24 kms away.
Road : Pattadakal
is connected by road to: · Aihole (24 kms) · Badami (29 kms)
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