RAMAPPA TEMPLE
Ramappa temple was built around
1213 AD during the Kakatiya King Ganapati Deva. It was built under the
supervision of Chief Commander Recherla Rudra. However the temple came to known
by the name its sculptor Ramappa.
This temple is considered
to be one of best among the medieval temples of South India. In spite of being
decades old and witnessing various invasions and wars over the course of time,
Ramappa Temple still stands majestically. Ramappa Temple also known as RAMALINGESHWARA Temple is located 77 km from warangal. It lies in a valley near Palampet village of Venkatapur mandal in the Jayashankar bhupalapally district.
In Ramappa tempe lord shiva is
worshipped with the name Ramalingeshwara. It stands on a 6 ft high star
shaped platform. The hall in front of the sanctum has numerous carved pillars
that have been positioned to create an effect that combines light and space
wonderfully.The
walls of the temple showcase intricate carvings. Even pillars and ceilings have
been engraved beautifully. The sanctum, surrounded by pradakshina path is
dotted with a shikhara. In front of the temple is consisted of many pillars
with exquisite carvings. As you enter the temple, you will see a Nandi mandapam
with Nandi, facing the Lord Shiva shrine.
Ramappa is one of the architectural wonders of kakatiya rulers and a must watch tourist destination.
Ramappa temple
ReplyDeleteplace is very beautyful