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Cave 2 at Badami: Unveiling the World of Vishnu

Vamanavatara relief depicting Mahabali, Vamana, and Trivikrama in Cave - 2 of the four rock-cut caves of Badami, Karantaka, India

Discover Badami Cave 2, one of the remarkable rock-cut temples of Badami in Karnataka. Dedicated to Vishnu, this cave temple features beautifully carved sculptural panels of Vishnu avatars, Varahavatara and Vamana-Trivikrama, elegant pillars, and eye-catching geometric ceiling designs, including the fish wheel and swastika maze. Though smaller than Caves 1 and 3, Cave 2 offers an important glimpse into the evolution of early Chalukya rock-cut temple architecture and sculptural art during the Early Chalukya period.

Belur Chennakeshava Temple – Navaranga

Main entrance and the facade on the east side of the Chennakeshava Temple in Belur, Karnataka, India

Located in Belur, about 137 miles west of Bangalore in Karnataka, India, the Chennakeshava Temple is an architectural masterpiece and engineering marvel. Dedicated to Vishnu, it is one of the most beautiful temples in India, and with its unique style and features, it stands out from all the rest. Built by the Hoysalas in the … Read more

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