Belur is about 223 kms from Bangalore, . It is located on the
banks of river Yagachi. According to inscriptions discovered here, Belur was
also referred to as 'Velapuri'. Belur is known as Dakshina Varanasi or South
Banaras for its temples. Though Belur and Halebidu and just 16 kms away, they
are always referred to as Belur and Halebidu as if they are one.
The temples of Belur and Halebid are best known for their south Indian architecture. The temples at both these places are built by renowned architect Jakkanna Acharya (Amarashilpi Jakanaacharya). T The 12th century temple at Belur is a protected heritage property now.
The temples of Belur and Halebid are best known for their south Indian architecture. The temples at both these places are built by renowned architect Jakkanna Acharya (Amarashilpi Jakanaacharya). T The 12th century temple at Belur is a protected heritage property now.
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