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'''Lepakshi''' is a village in the [[Sri Sathya Sai district]] of [[Andhra Pradesh]], [[India]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Anantapur District Mandals|url=http://censusindia.gov.in/2011census/maps/atlas/28part32.pdf|publisher=Census of India|accessdate=6 June 2017|pages=430}}</ref> It is located {{convert|15|km|miles|abbr=on}} east of [[Hindupur]], {{convert|82|km|miles|abbr=on}} west of [[Kadiri]] and {{convert|120|km|mi|abbr=on}} north of [[Bangalore]]. The [[Veerabhadra Temple, Lepakshi|Veerabhadra Temple]] is located in the village.
'''Lepakshi''' is a village in the [[Anantapur District]] of [[Andhra Pradesh]], [[India]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Anantapur District Mandals|url=http://censusindia.gov.in/2011census/maps/atlas/28part32.pdf|publisher=Census of India|accessdate=6 June 2017|pages=430}}</ref> It is located {{convert|15|km|miles|abbr=on}} east of [[Hindupur]] and approximately {{convert|120|km|mi|abbr=on}} north of [[Bangalore]]. It lies very close to border of Karnataka.Lepakshi is culturally and archaeologically significant as it is the location of shrines dedicated to [[Shiva]], [[Vishnu]] and [[Virabhadra]] which were built during the [[Vijayanagara Empire]] period (1336–1646). The temples are the location of mural paintings of the Vijayanagara kings and [[kannada script|kannada]] inscriptions. Near the temple complex is a large granite [[Nandi bull]]. On a hillock known as ''Kurma Saila'', "tortoise shaped hill", are other temples to Papanatheswara, Raghunatha, [[Rama|Srirama]], and [[Durga]].{{cn|date=February 2017}} Lepakshi is also famous for puppet show based on [[Hindu mythology]]. There is also a three-headed bull with single body carved on the pillar of  main entrance pillar.{{cn|date=September 2018}}
 
== Archaeological sites ==
 
=== Veerabhadra Temple ===
 
The [[Veerabhadra Temple, Lepakshi|Veerabhadra Temple]] of Lepakshi, which was built by the brothers Viranna and Virupanna, is dedicated to Veerabhadra. It is an example of the [[Vijayanagara architecture|Vijayanagara architectural style]].<ref>[http://www.anantapur.com/travel/lepakshi.html ''Lepakshi''] Accessed 18 August 2006.</ref> Points of interest in the temple include a rock chain, Vastu Purusha, the Padmini race lady, the hanging pillar, Durga Paadam, the eyes of Virupaksha and Lepakshi saree designs. The paintings on the roof which feature a mural of [[Veerabhadra]] are made with natural [[pigments]].{{cn|date=February 2017}} Another interesting aspect of this temple is that it is North facing.{{cn|date=February 2017}}There is a 3 headed bull with single body is carved on the pillar of main entrance.
[[File:Nandi Bull Lepakshi2.jpg|thumb|left|The Nandi bull, 200&nbsp;m from [[Veerabhadra Temple, Lepakshi|Veerabhadra Temple]]]]
 
== Transport ==
[[File:Lepakshi Archaeological Notice.jpg|thumb|Lepakshi Archaeological Notice]]
 
[[Hindupur]] railway station is a major railway station.
 
Lepakshi is well connected by buses to [[Anantapur district|Anantpur]], [[Hindupur]], [[Bangalore]]


== References ==
== References ==
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* [http://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/travel/the-hanging-pillar-and-other-wonders-of-lepakshi/article2836929.ece  The hanging pillar and other wonders of Lepakshi]
* [http://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/travel/the-hanging-pillar-and-other-wonders-of-lepakshi/article2836929.ece  The hanging pillar and other wonders of Lepakshi]
*[http://traveltwosome.com/lepakshi-vidurashwatha/ Lepakshi wonders - One day trip guide from Bangalore]
*[https://templeknowledge.com/about-lepakshi-temple/ Lepakshi Temple complete information]
*[https://ourbackpacktales.com/lepakshi-temple-trip-from-bangalore/ - Day Trip Guide to Lepakshi from Bangalore]


[[Category:Hindu temples in Anantapur district]]
[[Category:Hindu temples in Andhra Pradesh]]
[[Category:Villages in Anantapur district]]
[[Category:Villages in Sri Sathya Sai district]]
[[Category:Mandal headquarters in Anantapur district]]
[[Category:Mandal headquarters in Sri Sathya Sai district]]

Latest revision as of 18:26, 22 February 2026


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Lepakshi
Village
Front side of Veerabhadra Temple, Lepakshi
Front side of Veerabhadra Temple, Lepakshi
Lepakshi is located in Andhra Pradesh
Lepakshi
Lepakshi
Coordinates: 13°49′N 77°36′E / 13.81°N 77.60°E / 13.81; 77.60
CountryIndia
StateAndhra Pradesh
DistrictSri Sathya Sai
Population
 (2011)[1]
 • Total10,042
Languages
 • OfficialTelugu
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
515331
Vehicle registrationAP 02

Lepakshi is a village in the Sri Sathya Sai district of Andhra Pradesh, India.[2] It is located 15 km (9.3 mi) east of Hindupur, 82 km (51 mi) west of Kadiri and 120 km (75 mi) north of Bangalore. The Veerabhadra Temple is located in the village.

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ Census 2011 The Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. Accessed 26 July 2014
  2. ↑ "Anantapur District Mandals" (PDF). Census of India. p. 430. Retrieved 6 June 2017.

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