The Lad Khan Temple dedicated to Shiva built in 5th century by kings of the Chalukya dynasty in Aihole at the Bagalkot district of Karnataka India
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5376 x 3592 px | 45.5 x 30.4 cm | 17.9 x 12 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
2005Location:
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Aihole in the Bagalkot district of Karnataka, has its own historical significance. It was the first capital of the early Chalukyas. The Lad Khan temple consists of a shrine with two mandapams in front of it. The shrine bears a Shiva lingam. The mukha mandapa in front of the sanctum has a set of 12 carved pillars. There are also stone grids on the wall carrying floral designs.