LORD VIRUPAKSHA OF HAMPI

THE TEMPLE COMPLEX

Adjacent to this lies the imposing shrine dedicated to Lord Virupaksha, whose invisible presence gave an inexhaustible sustenance to the empire throughout. It has a massive prakara pierced by tall towers, the eastern eleven storeyed majestic gopuram is the tallest and called the Galigopuram, actually touches the Vayumandala penetrating through the stately clouds. The sculptural marvels adorning the ceiling and walls detain both the laymen and connoisseurs alike for hours, if their aesthetic impulses are in sound condition. Here vastness and awe inspiring hallowed splendour greet the eyes and feast the soul with its sublimity. No wonder, its sanctity drew an unending influx of devotees since its inception in the dim past, prior to the establishment of Vijayanagar empire to be precise, and is occupying pride of place among the centuries old temples of Punya Bharat. The Siva linga is quite imposing, and regality seems emerging from every frame of its architectural beauty. Ramaswamy temple and Vijaya Vittala Swamy temple lie on the bank in the north east direction. As each embodies Vijayanagara style of architecture and sculptural adornments, they lure and bless the visitors.

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