Aihole Sri Tarabasappa Gudi, Karnataka

Address

Aihole Sri Tarabasappa Gudi, Near durga temple complex, Aihole, Karnataka 587124

Diety

Shiva

Introduction

Tarabasappa Temple is located in the Aihole, Bagalkot, Karnataka, India. This temple is in north side from Durga Gudi Temple.

Special Features

This is a small temple constructed on an elevated platform, featuring the characteristic architectural style of the Badami Chalukyas. Known as Tarabasappa Gudi, it is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple consists of a Garbhagudi (sanctum) crowned by a Rekha-Nagari Shikhara, which is a typical feature of the Badami Chalukyan architecture. Inside the main mandapa of the temple, a Shiva Lingam is enshrined, while a Nandi (bull) statue stands in front of the Shiva Lingam, just outside the temple.

Recently, some partial restoration work has been carried out on the temple, but it remains in a somewhat deteriorated condition. The temple is a simple sandstone structure with only three openings: one entrance door and two ventilators. Opposite the temple, there is a large tree, and beneath it, a small collection of ancient sculptures is displayed. Unfortunately, there is no signage or board indicating the name of the temple. It is worth noting that this temple is a protected monument under the laws of the Indian government and is managed by the Archaeological Survey of India.

Century/Period/Age

7th century A.D.

Managed By

Archeological survey of India.

Nearest Bus Station

Aihole

Nearest Railway Station

Bagalkot

Nearest Airport

Belgaum

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