Chakra Gudi, Aihole, Karnataka

Chakra Gudi, Aihole, Karnataka

Chakra Gudi is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, located on the banks of the Malaprabha river in the heart of Aihole, an historical town, in Bagalkot District in Karnataka, India. The temple is situated on the southern end of Durga Temple Complex. This temple is protected as monuments of national importance by the central Archaeological Survey of India.

History

The temple is believed to be built in 7^th century CE by Chalukyas and later extensively renovated by Rashtrakutas in 9^th century CE.

The Temple

This Temple is facing towards east. The temple consists of Sanctum and Ranga Mandapa. This temple is known for its 20 sculptures of amorous couples engraved on the door frame of the sanctum. The lintel of the sanctum has carvings of Garuda holding two snakes. The shikara over the sanctum follows Nagara style architecture. The temple is named as Chakragudi because of the shape of the amalaka atop its shikara. There is a Pushkarini (temple tank) beside the Chakra Gudi.

Connectivity

The temple complex is located at about 100 meters from Aihole Bus Stand. Aihole is located at about 13 Kms from Pattadakal, 30 Kms from Badami Railway Station, 33 Kms from Bagalkot Junction Railway Station, 34 Kms from Badami, 38 Kms from Bagalkot, 88 Kms from Gadag, 136 Kms from Hubballi Airport, 164 Kms from Belgaum Airport, 277 Kms from Goa and 446 Kms from Bengaluru. Aihole is situated on Pattadakal to Amingad route.

Location