The temples of the Mahakuta Group were constructed during the sixth and eighth centuries AD. It is in the small town of Bagalkot, Karnataka. The area's name is "Mahakuta" (which translates to "Great Group") because it contains multiple Lord Shiva temples inside a single complex. It is a centre of worship that is entirely for Lord Shiva. 

Architecture of Mahakuta Temples

The Mahakuta Temples Group is a perfect example of Aihole architecture. The temples take considerable pride in using the Chalukya-era hybrid Dravidian-Nagara architecture. The temples have curved towers over the sanctum. 

The construction of the temple is in the Dravidian architecture. It contains a Shiva Linga atop a curved tower. Around this main temple are many smaller temples, such as the Nandi temple at the front. The beautiful, one-of-a-kind carvings of Lord Shiva that grace the walls attract visitors to their beauty.

The temple also features a natural spring-fed water tank called Vishnu Pushkarini. Due to its beautiful sculpture and natural beauty, this temple's comparison occurs sometimes with the Mallikarjuna temple. It is on the other side of Vishnu Pushkarini.

Around the main shrine are several smaller shrines that feature beautiful wall sculptures. Dakshina Kasi is a common name for this location because of its significance to religion. Highly complex designs and relief sculptures decorate the temple walls. Every time, the Chalukya kings triumphed in battles with the neighboring kingdoms. They contributed a sizable sum of money to this shrine.

Near the temple is a natural spring pond known as Vishnu Pushkarini. You can find beautiful carvings on some of the smaller shrines' interior pillars and exterior walls. One of the temples' roofs features expertly sculpted representations of dream animals.

Best time to visit

It is a worth exploring place that must be in your Badami tour package. Visit between October and February to enjoy Badami at its finest. Everywhere you go, the pleasant weather produces an inviting atmosphere. One of the places to visit in Badami that is worth checking out is the temple because of its beauty.