Gadag

Gadag , Karnataka

Gadag is the district in Karnataka which was the place for the Kalyani Chalukyas. Now these were the rulers who actively propagated Jainism and this is what you will find all over the place- some of the most exquisite pieces of Jain architecture which is sure to take your breath away. These monuments that are about a 1000 years old still holds their heads high and bears testimony to an absolutely glorious period of history. The Temple of Veera Narayana and Trikuteshwara are places of religious and historic importance. IN the Veera narayana temple legends goes to say that Naranappa better known as Kumaravyasa narrated the great epic before the lord by invoking the blessings of the Lord. One of the great places for worship this is a place which attracts many people from all over with its faith and its ment legends. The Trikuteshwara temple was built by the early Chalukyas between 6th to 8th Centuries. The temple bears rich evidence of the majesty of Chalukya Architecture. The temple is dedicated to Saraswathi, Goddess of learning. This is a temple which such beauty that it will leave you absolutely enthralled. While you are in Gadag, pay a visit to Lakkundi whch was the capital of the Chalukya kings. Thus you can understand that this place will have some of the best architecture of all ages. This place is famous for the stepped wells all over the town which today is well maintained. A place of extreme beauty, this is a town which seems to be carved out of the past. A very interesting place to visit, Gadag is for all those people who love exploring the past.