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Only 3 hours from Bengaluru: Dam, a breathtaking temple that rose from water and a history of 900 years. Netizens are just amazedA 12th-century Hoysala temple, submerged for decades by the KRS backwaters, has been meticulously relocated and restored. Originally from t...
Anand Mahindra’s weekend getaway is a 5-hour drive from Bengaluru, with a 350-year-old mysteryAnand Mahindra highlights a rainforest in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka, known as the birthplace of Indian coffee, where coffee bushes were pla...
Sudha Murty's travel advice: Add this UNESCO heritage site in Karnataka to your must-visit listBuilt between the 12th and 13th centuries, these three temples, now recognized on the UNESCO World Heritage List, are revered not just for ...
Culture calendar: 'Modi Gallery' to open soon, India biennale exhibitions till March 31The cultural calendar for 2024 in India is set to be vibrant, featuring seven thematic exhibitions in the Red Fort complex until March, sho...
Oh, those chiselled looks from 800 years ago, the gods are in the detailsThe declaration of the 12th-13th c. temples of Cennakesava-Belur, Hoysalesvara-Halebidu, and Kesava-Somanathpur in Karnataka as UNESCO Worl...
World Heritage Site tag for 3 Hoysala temples: Task Force efforts paid off, says Sudha Murty“Many people have worked hard for this and very keenly pursued our request at the Unesco offices. Today’s news has made all of them very ha...
'Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysala' in Karnataka inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage ListThe decision was taken during the 45th session of the World Heritage Committee currently underway in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The beautiful 13...
Newly married? Plan a divine getaway with your better half to Bhoganandishwara TempleThe Bhoganandishwara Temple is located a short distance away from Bangalore, at the base of Nandi Hills
From IT hub to heritage city: History enthusiasts dig deep to put together Bengaluru’s forgotten pastRecently two inscriptions have been rescued in Sarakki and Hebbal.
From an ancient town in the Thar desert to hill stations in the Western Ghats, plan your long weekendIf you live in Mumbai, plan a four-five day getaway to travel to three of the finest hill stations in Maharashtra.
Wondering what to do on a long weekend? Discover history & heritage in Belur, Karnataka or Mandawa, RajasthanET-Travel suggests you take a casual day off at work to make the most of an extended weekend in coming months. Here's where you can head to.
Over 1,000 temples in Tamil Nadu to be renovated: JayaOver 1000 temples including those built by kings that are in dilapidated condition will be renovated in Tamil Nadu, Chief Minister J Jayala...
1,004 temples to be renovated this year in Tamil Nadu: Jayalalithaa, CMJ Jayalalithaa made a slew of announcements pertaining to the departments of School Education, Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments an...
Treat for the nature-lover: Explore a quaint, rural life in PerurDuring the rains, birds like pelican, ibis and painted storks are seen in Perur Lake. There are several talks to set up a park at bunds of ...
Weekend Getaway: Shrivardhan beach in Maharashtra or nature walks at Himachal's NarkandaET-Travel suggests you take a casual day off at work to make the most of an extended weekend in coming months. Here's where you can head to.
Getaway destinations from Mumbai, Bangalore and DelhiChennakesava Temple boasts of art in stone and is one of the finest examples of architecture during the Hoysala dynasty.
- The yogi and king
Of that vast empire, nothing remains today except some exquisite temples and impressive inscriptions.
- Flowing with time
The Hoysala artist’s portrait of Shiva as the Master of Time brings our whistle-stop tour of Karnataka’s Belur Temple to a halt.
- Temples at Kere Thonnur shed new light on Tipu Sultan’s legacy
There is no trace of conflict here, no broken fortifications as there are in nearby Srirangapatnam and no tombs of warriors, old or new.
- Divinity In stone
The cosmic drama sculptured at Belur’s Chenna Keshava temple leaves people awe struck.