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Veerabhadra temple is a Hindu temple located in the Lepakshi, in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. The temple is dedicated to the Virabhadra, a fierce form of the god Shiva. Built in the 16th century, the architectural features of the temple are in the Vijayanagara style with profusion of carvings and paintings at almost every exposed surface ...
Mar 12, 2021 · The shrine dedicated to Lord Veerabhadra, the Lepakshi Temple is an exhibition of timeless art which includes beautiful frescoes and murals. Much of the temple is built on a low, rocky hill called Kurmasailam ("tortoise hill" in Telugu) - inspired by the shape of the hill.
Dec 27, 2020 · Built-in the 16th century, the temple’s architectural characteristics are in Vijayanagara style with an abundance of sculptures and paintings on nearly every exposed temple surface. It is one of the domestic significance’s centrally protected monuments.
Apr 1, 2020 · Said to be built around 1530 by by Virupanna Nayaka and Viranna, two brothers who held leadership positions during the reign of King Achutaraya, the site was built as a pilgrimage destination...
Nov 6, 2023 · The Veerabhadra Swamy Temple is a Hindu temple located in the village of Lepakshi in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, India. The temple is dedicated to Veerabhadra, a fierce incarnation of Lord Shiva. It was built in the 16th century during the Vijayanagara Empire.
Feb 7, 2024 · Built-in the 16th century by brothers Viranna and Virupanna, the temple is steeped in legend and lore. One popular myth recounts how Virupanna, accused of misusing state funds for the temple construction, blinded himself in despair, and the marks said to be his bleeding eyes can still be seen.
Jan 16, 2024 · The Veerabhadra Temple is believed to have been built by two brothers, Virupanna Nayaka and Viranna, who were governors under the Vijayanagara Empire during the 16th century. The temple is...
Feb 11, 2023 · The Veerbhadra temple was constructed in 1530 AD by two brothers, Viranna and Virupanna. They were governors during the reign of King Achutaraya under the Vijayanagara Empire. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Veerabhadra, a fiery avatar of Lord Shiva.
The Veerabhadra temple is an ancient Hindu shrine and pilgrim center located in the town of Lepakshi in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, in India. The presiding deity is Lord Veerabhadra Swamy, a fearsome form of the mighty Hindu God, Shiva.
The Lepakshi temple has been built in honor of Lord Veerabhadra. According to legend, the Kalyana Mandapa of the temple had witnessed the marriage of Lord Shiva and Parvati. The ‘Natya’ (Dancing) and ‘Ardha’ (worship) Mandapas are the best parts of the temple in terms of architecture.
