Belur, Karnataka - Wikipedia
Belur (IPA: [beːluːru]) is a town and taluk in Hassan district in the state of Karnataka, India. The town is renowned for its Chennakeshava Temple dedicated to Vishnu, one of the finest examples of Hoysala architecture and the largest Hindu temple complex that has survived from pre-14th-century Karnata-Dravida tradition.
Chennakeshava Temple, Belur - Wikipedia
Chennakeshava Temple, also referred to as Keshava, Kesava or Vijayanarayana Temple of Belur, is a 12th-century Hindu temple in, Hassan district of Karnataka state, India. It was commissioned by King Vishnuvardhana in 1117 CE, on the banks of the Yagachi River in Belur, an early Hoysala Empire capital.
8 Places To Visit In Belur In 2024 – The “Banaras of South”
2021年10月26日 · Located around 220 km from Bangalore, Belur is small temple town nestled on the banks of River Yagachi in Hassan district of Karnataka. Popularly known as “Banaras of South” or “Dakshina Banaras” Belur is one of the most famous destinations in Karnataka.
Hoysala Heritage in Hard Stone - Things to do in Belur Halebeedu
2021年5月9日 · Welcome to the enchanting world of Belur and Halebidu, two hidden treasures nestled in the heart of Karnataka. This travel guide is your key to unlocking the secrets of these ancient towns, known for their awe-inspiring temples and rich historical significance.
BELUR TOURISM | TOURIST PLACES TO VISIT & TEMPLES IN …
Belur is one of the well-known Karnataka tourist places as it is home to the renowned Hoysala Temple dedicated to Lord Chennakesava. It is the best of three Hoysala temples nominated for UNESCO World Heritage Sites (the other two being the temples at Halebid & Somnathpur).
How to visit the Belur and Halebid Temples in India
2024年1月29日 · Belur, or Beluhur, was the first capital of the Hoysala empire. King Vishnuvardana ordered the construction of a Vishnu temple at the banks of the Yagachi river. Not long after the start of the construction of the Chennakeshava temple in Belur, the king moved the capital to Halebid.
Belur – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
Belur (Kannada: ಬೇಲೂರು) is a historic town in Hassan district of Karnataka state. Belur is a historic town with beautiful, famous temples, some dating to the times of the Hoysala Dynasty (11th-13th centuries).
Discover the Grandeur of Belur: A Testament of India's Historic …
2023年9月22日 · Belur, the former capital of the Hoysala Empire, is a historical destination that enchants visitors with its intricate carvings and exquisite temples. Known for its grand architectural masterpieces, the city offers a rich immersion into the grandiosity of India's past.
Belur | Temples in Belur | Sightseeing in Belur | Belur History
2017年8月27日 · Belur, located in the historic town of Hassan is known for its temples built by Chalukyans and Hoysala. Know all about Belur and its history.
Belur | Sightseeing in Belur | Temples Belur - Karnataka.com
2016年7月15日 · The ancient city of Belur, located on the banks of the Yagachi River in Hassan district, is cloaked in mystique. It was previously called Velapura. Belur was chosen as an alternate capital city by the Hoysala dynasty after the attack and subsequent destruction of their capital Dwarasumudra (now known as Halibeedu) by the sultans of Northern India.