This article is about the History of the Chalukyas of Badami who ruled large part of Karnataka between sixth to eighth century.
Historical
Virupaksha Temple, Hampi
This article is about the Virupaksha Temple in Hampi, when it was built, the history of Virupaksha cult, architecture, unique things to see and its Kalyani
A ‘Gavaksh’ to the Ancient Indian Temple Architecture
The Ancient Indian Temple Architecture has key classifications of Nagara, Dravida, Vesara and Maru-Gurjara Styles.
Noblemen’s and Muslim Quarters, and the Underground Shiva Temple, Hampi
We would be visiting the Nobelmen’s and Muslim Quarters and also the Underground Shiva Temple in Hampi and discuss in details about them.
Literature of the Vijayanagara Empire
This article is about the literature of the Vijayanagara Empire and we would talk about the famous books of that period and why these books are famous.
Krishna Temple, Hampi
This is about the Krishna Temple in Hampi, who built it, and why , what is special about its gopurams, temple-complex and also the granary inside it.
The Zenana Quarters, Hampi
We would now explore the monuments in the Zenana Quarters of Hampi – the Lotus Mahal, the watch towers, Jal Mahal, Queen’s residence and the treasury.
The Elephant Stable and the Guards room, Hampi
Taking an offbeat path we reached the Elephant Stable and the Guards room in Hampi; Let us explore these monuments together.
लेपाक्षी (आंध्र प्रदेश) के मुराल / चित्र
चित्रसूत्र कहता है -“विशेषज्ञ रेखाओं को (delineation and articulation of form) को देखता है, पारखी प्रकाश और छाया के रूपं को देखता है, स्त्रियां गहने, सामन्य-जन रंगों की विविधता और शोभा से प्रभावित होते हैं, अतः चित्रकार में ऐसी दक्षता चाहिए कि सभी उसके चित्र से आनंदित हो सकें।”
Hazara Rama Temple, Hampi
Let us visit the Hazara Rama Temple of Hampi and talk about its location, architectural style, the carvings on the outside wall and its interiors.
The Audience Hall and the Tanks and Baths of the Royal Quarters, Hampi
This article is about the Audience Hall, Step-tanks, baths – royal and public, that are present in the royal quarters of Hampi.
Mahanavami Dibba, Hampi
Mahanavami Dibba, Hampi – the carvings on its walls gives us the insights about the life of Vijayanagara Rayas and their times.