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==Introduction==
==Introduction==
Annigeri ({{Lang-kn| ಅಣ್ಣಿಗೇರಿ}})is the [[place of birth]] of the famous [[Kannada]] poet [[Adikavi Pampa]] ({{Lang-kn| ಆದಿಕವಿ ಪಂಪ }}). It is well known for the black stone temple built by the [[Western Chalukya Empire]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hinduonnet.com/fline/fl2201/stories/20050114000106500.htm |title=The Chalukyan magnificence |access-date=2008-08-30 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080717210433/http://www.hinduonnet.com/fline/fl2201/stories/20050114000106500.htm |archive-date=17 July 2008 |url-status=dead }}</ref> known as Amruteshwara Temple.<ref>{{cite web
Annigeri ({{Langx|kn| ಅಣ್ಣಿಗೇರಿ}})is the [[place of birth]] of the famous [[Kannada]] poet [[Adikavi Pampa]] ({{Langx|kn| ಆದಿಕವಿ ಪಂಪ }}). It is well known for the black stone temple built by the [[Western Chalukya Empire]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hinduonnet.com/fline/fl2201/stories/20050114000106500.htm |title=The Chalukyan magnificence |access-date=2008-08-30 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080717210433/http://www.hinduonnet.com/fline/fl2201/stories/20050114000106500.htm |archive-date=17 July 2008 |url-status=usurped }}</ref> known as Amruteshwara Temple.<ref>{{cite web
|url=http://www.templenet.com/Karnataka/kalyani_chalukya.html
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|title=Kalyani Chalukyan temples
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==History==
==History==
 
[[File:Western Chalukya Monuments.svg|thumb|left|Annigeri comes under core area of Western Chalukya]]
[[File:View from the rear of Amritesvara temple at Annigeri.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Amruteshwara Temple in Annigeri]]
[[File:View from the rear of Amritesvara temple at Annigeri.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Amruteshwara Temple in Annigeri]]
Annigeri was an important political and cultural center in the past.<ref>{{cite web
Annigeri was an important political and cultural center in the past.<ref>{{cite web
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  | title = At Annigeri, a rare find of human skulls
  | title = At Annigeri, a rare find of human skulls
  | author = Girish Pattanashetti
  | author = Girish Pattanashetti
  | publisher = [[The Hindu]]
  | work = [[The Hindu]]
  | date = 2011-03-08
  | date = 2011-03-08
  | access-date = 2011-03-08
  | access-date = 2011-03-08
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|url=http://www.indiadivine.org/audarya/indology/172843-re-y-indology-fwd-jainlist-kannada-nighantu.html
|url=http://www.indiadivine.org/audarya/indology/172843-re-y-indology-fwd-jainlist-kannada-nighantu.html
|title=Poet Pampa
|title=Poet Pampa
|date=17 March 2002
|access-date=2009-01-16
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* [[Government of Karnataka]] established the '''Pampa Foundation''' at Annigeri and also
* [[Government of Karnataka]] established the '''Pampa Foundation''' at Annigeri and also
instituted '''Pampa award'''.
instituted '''Pampa award'''.
* The  [[Kannada University]] [[Hampi]]  instituted '''Nadoja''' award in memory of
* The  [[Kannada University]] [[Hampi]]  instituted '''Nadoja''' award in memory of Pampa.
Pampa.


==Tourist attractions==
==Tourist attractions==
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  |year=1995  
  |year=1995  
|publisher=Abhinav Publications
  }}</ref> was built in the [[Dharwad District]] in 1050 [[common era|CE]] with [[dravidian architecture|dravida]] articulation, and was the first temple made of [[soapstone]].
  }}</ref> was built in the [[Dharwad District]] in 1050 [[common era|CE]] with [[dravidian architecture|dravida]] articulation, and was the first temple made of [[soapstone]].


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==See also==
==See also==
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* [http://www.kamat.com/database/pictures/3095.htm Hero-stone of Rashrakuta period at Annigeri]
* [http://www.kamat.com/database/pictures/3095.htm Hero-stone of Rashrakuta period at Annigeri]
* [http://www.deccanherald.com/content/160424/historian-unearths-sacrificial-sect-theory.html Historian unearths sacrificial sect theory on Annigeri skulls]
* [http://www.deccanherald.com/content/160424/historian-unearths-sacrificial-sect-theory.html Historian unearths sacrificial sect theory on Annigeri skulls]
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* [[Gadag]]
* [[Gadag]]
* [[Lakshmeshwar]]
* [[Lakshmeshwar]]
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* [[Lakkundi]]
* [[Lakkundi]]
* [[Mahadeva Temple (Itagi)]]
* [[Mahadeva Temple (Itagi)]]
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* [[Kundgol]]
* [[Kundgol]]
* [[Kuknur]]
* [[Kuknur]]
* [[Sudi]]
* [[Sudi, India|Sudi]]
* [[Gajendragad]]
* [[Gajendragad]]
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== References ==
== References ==
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{{Hindu temples in Karnataka}}
{{Hindu temples in Karnataka}}


[[Category:History of Karnataka]]
[[Category:Chalukya dynasty]]
[[Category:Chalukya dynasty]]
[[Category:Western Chalukya Empire]]
[[Category:Western Chalukya Empire]]
[[Category:Shiva temples in Karnataka]]
[[Category:Shiva temples in Karnataka]]
[[Category:Former capital cities in India]]
[[Category:Former capitals in India]]
[[Category:Cities and towns in Dharwad district]]
[[Category:Cities and towns in Dharwad district]]
[[Category:Archaeology of death]]
[[Category:Archaeology of death]]

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Annigeri
Town
Amruteshwara Temple at Annigeri
Amruteshwara Temple at Annigeri
Annigeri is located in India
Annigeri
Annigeri
Location in Karnataka, India
Annigeri is located in Karnataka
Annigeri
Annigeri
Annigeri (Karnataka)
Coordinates: 15°26′N 75°26′E / 15.43°N 75.43°E / 15.43; 75.43
Country India
StateKarnataka
DistrictDharwad
Area
 • Total11.1 km2 (4.3 sq mi)
Elevation
624 m (2,047 ft)
Population
 (2001)
 • Total25,709
 • Density2,316.13/km2 (5,998.7/sq mi)
Languages
 • OfficialKannada
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
582 201
Telephone code08380
Vehicle registrationKA-25

Annigeri is a taluk of Dharwad district in the state of Karnataka, India, located 20 km west of Gadag en route to Hubli and 35 km from Hubli.

Introduction[edit | edit source]

Annigeri (Script error: The function "langx" does not exist.)is the place of birth of the famous Kannada poet Adikavi Pampa (Script error: The function "langx" does not exist.). It is well known for the black stone temple built by the Western Chalukya Empire.[1] known as Amruteshwara Temple.[2] A temple of mythological figures supported by 76 columns, located in the Dharwad district, and has a derasar dedicated to Parshva, the 23rd Tirthankara in Jainism. Annigeri also has temples dedicated to Banashankari, Basappa, Gajina Basappa and Hanuman. There is an ancient Lingayati temple near the railway station.

Annigeri has seven mosques and two Lingayati Mathas.

History[edit | edit source]

Annigeri comes under core area of Western Chalukya
Amruteshwara Temple in Annigeri

Annigeri was an important political and cultural center in the past.[3] Various kings like the Chalukya dynasty, Seuna Yadavas of Devagiri and the Hoysala Empire annexed the town, which once formed part of the kingdoms of the Kalachuris of Kalyanis.

Annigeri was the last capital of the Chalukyas, Someshwara 4 (during 1184-89)[4] and it was headquarters of famous rich province of Belvola-300.[5]

Annigeri comes under the core area of Western Chalukya architectural activity in the modern Karnataka state. The Amrtesvara Temple is the finest examples produced by the Kalyani Chalukyas (Western Chalukya architecture).

In 1157 the Kalachuris under Bijjala II captured Basavakalyan and occupied it for the next twenty years, forcing the Chalukyas to move their capital city to Annigeri in the present-day Dharwad district.

To Provide education at the primary and Vedic levels, Annigeri had five Brahmapuris.[6]

Annigeri skulls[edit | edit source]

In 2010, over 100 human skulls were found in a drain at Annigeri. According to the preliminary theories, the area may have been a mass grave around some 150–200 years ago, or it may have been a battle ground.[7] After the discovery, the Archaeological Survey of India officials visited the site, and the government of Karnataka ordered an excavation. After the excavation, 471 skulls were found on a stretch of 15.6 by 1.7 metres (51.2 by 5.6 ft). As of 2011, the archaeologists were searching for any mention of a massacre in the local folklore or history.[8]

Great personalities of Annigeri[edit | edit source]

Adikavi Pampa[edit | edit source]

Annigeri is the birthplace of the great Kannada poet, Adikavi Pampa.[9]

  • Benjamin Loirice first wrote about Pampa and published the Pampa Bharata in 1882.
  • Sri S G Narasimhachar brought out Adi Purana in 1900 and
  • Kannada Sahitya Parishat published the revised edition of Pampa Bharata In 1931.
  • Government of Karnataka established the Pampa Foundation at Annigeri and also

instituted Pampa award.

Tourist attractions[edit | edit source]

Amruteshwara Temple in Annigeri
Amruteshwara Temple in Annigeri
Amruteshwara Temple in Annigeri

Amruteshwara Temple[edit | edit source]

The Amruteshwara Temple[10] was built in the Dharwad District in 1050 CE with dravida articulation, and was the first temple made of soapstone.

The large and black stone Amruteshwar Temple is in the Kalyani Chalukyas style. The temple has a roof supported by 76 pillars and carvings of mythological figures on its walls.

The Amruteshwara Temple was to be the prototype for later, more articulated structures such as the Mahadeva Temple (Itagi) at Itagi. Based on the general plan of the Amrtesvara Temple, the Mahadeva Temple was built in 1112 CE and has the same architectural components as its predecessor. There are, however, differences in their articulation.

Car Festival

During December and January, Amruteshwara temple is the venue of a festival.

Other temples[edit | edit source]

Many other temples are also seen at Annigeri, such as:

  • The Ramalinga Temple
  • The Banashankari Temple
  • The Gajina Basappa Temple
  • The Hire Hanuman Temple
  • Puradhireshwar Temple
  • Kambada Hanuman Temple

Geography[edit | edit source]

Annigeri is located at 15°26′N 75°26′E / 15.43°N 75.43°E / 15.43; 75.43.[11] It has an average elevation of 624 metres (2047 feet).

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of 2001 India census,[12] Annigeri had a population of 25,709. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Annigeri has an average literacy rate of 55%, lower than the national average of 59.5%; with 61% of the males and 39% of females literate. 14% of the population is under 6 years of age.

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "The Chalukyan magnificence". Archived from the original on 17 July 2008. Retrieved 30 August 2008.
  2. ↑ "Kalyani Chalukyan temples". Retrieved 30 August 2008.
  3. ↑ "Dharwad (Annigeri) Travel". Archived from the original on 18 December 2008. Retrieved 16 January 2009.
  4. ↑ "Places Around Dharwad". Retrieved 16 January 2009.
  5. ↑ "Chapter XIV, Karnataka, The Tourist Paradise". Archived from the original on 4 March 2009. Retrieved 30 August 2008.
  6. ↑ "Education in Karnataka through the ages". Jyotsna Kamat. Retrieved 5 March 2009.
  7. ↑ Srikant Hunasvadi (2 September 2010). "Theories galore as skulls are found in Annigeri drain". DNA. Archived from the original on 7 September 2010. Retrieved 3 September 2010.
  8. ↑ Girish Pattanashetti (8 March 2011). "At Annigeri, a rare find of human skulls". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 10 March 2011. Retrieved 8 March 2011.
  9. ↑ "Poet Pampa". 17 March 2002. Retrieved 16 January 2009.
  10. ↑ Hardy, Adam (1995). The Amrtesvara Temple at Annigeri. Abhinav Publications. ISBN 9788170173120. Archived from the original on 12 August 2011. Retrieved 30 August 2008.
  11. ↑ Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Annigeri
  12. ↑ "Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns (Provisional)". Census Commission of India. Archived from the original on 16 June 2004. Retrieved 1 November 2008.

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