Ranganathaswamy Temple

temple in Srirangapatna
#1 in Srirangapatna / #200 in India
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Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangapatna, India, is a significant historical and religious site dedicated to Lord Ranganatha, a reclining form of the Hindu deity Vishnu. Constructed in the 9th century during the rule of the Ganga dynasty and later expanded by the Hoysala and Vijayanagara rulers, the temple showcases intricate architecture and detailed carvings. The temple is renowned for its large gopuram (tower), ornate pillars, and the sanctum sanctorum where the deity rests.


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