AMARAVATHI

THE TEMPLE

The sacred shrine enshrining the white linga of Someswarasamy, installed in the august presence of Brihaspathi by Devendra lies on the bank of river Krishna. It has four strong high prakaras with four entrances and beautiful towers over them. It is built in the Dravidian architectural style and the sculptural adornments are pleasant to sight and enthrall the viewers with its loftiness and superb craftsmanship. The stone cutters' artistry is discernable in the delicate and ornate style of carvings on walls and ceilings. They are the best specimens of art deserving careful sturdy and it affords immense delight on understanding the intricacies of construction.

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