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Varaha alias Varahaswamy Temple, Hampi, Karnataka

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English: The Varaha Temple is one of the most impressive temples in Hampi. The structure is famous for its architectural beauty and carvings on the walls. The temple is located at the northern end of the Courtesans’ Street and is close to the riverside. The Varaha Temple is dedicated to Varaha Swamy, one of the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu. The Royal insignia of Vijayanagara comprises of 4 elements, namely, Varaha (the boar), Sun, Moon and Dagger. The presence of an image of the Royal insignia on the temple wall points towards the significance of the temple during the ancient times.
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Camera location15° 20′ 08.82″ N, 76° 28′ 06.93″ E Kartographer map based on OpenStreetMap.View this and other nearby images on: OpenStreetMapinfo

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