Monday, July 3, 2017

Sri Rangapatna and some glimpses

Sri Rangapatna  ,the renowned  historical  and religious place  located nearby Mysore,say 15 k.m. from there.The temple of Sri Ranganadha here is one of the most important  landmarks  for Sri Vaishnava tradition.The  temple was built in 9th century and renovated in the time of Hoyasala and Vijayangara  regimes.River Kaveri is synonymous with the place.

(Temple street,Sri Rangapatna) 

There were many shops selling various  articles.See the varieties for yourself.Hats,statues,house hold utilities and others.There were several small scale industries around the place.

Above is the plaque telling the story of the ancient temple.


From another angle.


Play ground nearby the temple

6 comments:

  1. Wonderful culture filled post and photos! Thanks!

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  2. Kinda wanted to put the hats on the Buddhas.

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  3. Interesant photos. Nice to see another culture.
    Have a nice time.

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  4. Good to see photographs from this place. Thank you.

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