Gods and Goddesses
This is a quick description of the Hindu pantheon for those who are new to the iconography aspect of Hinduism. Somnathpur has a large number …
Outer wall
Outer wall
Outer wall
The most striking feature of the Hoysala architecture is its abundant use of sculpture. In some way the whole temple appears as a massive piece …
Where is Somnathpur?
Where is Somnathpur?
Where is Somnathpur?
Somnathpur is a small town in Karnataka state in southern India. This place is better known for the 750 years old Kesava Temple. Somnathpur is about …
Janardhana
Janardhana
Janardhana
Janardhana one of the numerous names of Lord Krishna. This aspect of Krishna refers to ‘the One Who Bestows Boons On One and All’. One …
Venugopala
Venugopala
Venugopala
Gopala is the aspect of Lord Krishna as the cowherd. In this Krishna often spots a bamboo flute (venu). One of the three sanctorums contains …