Lord Shiva temple built by Shilahara King Gandaraditya and his successors in 12th Century. Exterior with stunning carvings the sanctum is conical

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Lord Shiva temple built by Shilahara King Gandaraditya and his successors in 12th Century. Exterior with stunning carvings the sanctum is conical with vestibule with open top. PLACE: Khidrapur, Dist. Kolhapur, Maharashtra State, India

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