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Kopeshwar Shiva Temple in Kolhapur
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Kopeshwar Shiva Temple

Kolhapur

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The Kopeshwar Shiva Temple located in Kolhapur district, it is known for one of most outstanding and beautiful examples of Temple Architecture in India it was built by Shilahara King Gandaraditya, Vijayaditya and Bhoj II between 1109 and 1178 AD. The inscriptions dating back to the 12th century clearly support this. The exterior of which is founded on 92 elephant carvings and the interiors embedded amidst 108 stone carved pillars. Besides, the temple is studded with stunning pieces of carvings, ranging from that of Gods and Goddesses dancing girls, men from Africa and Arabia besides that of birds and animals.

 


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Where is Kopeshwar Shiva Temple located?
Kopeshwar Shiva Temple is located in Kolhapur, India.

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