The 16th c AD Vijaynagar-era Jalakanteshwara Temple inside Vellore Fort is most famous for the sculpture work on the columns of its free-standing mandapa. These are among the best examples of Vijaynagar style sculpture. Continue reading

The 16th c AD Vijaynagar-era Jalakanteshwara Temple inside Vellore Fort is most famous for the sculpture work on the columns of its free-standing mandapa. These are among the best examples of Vijaynagar style sculpture. Continue reading
The fortifications of Vellore Fort are an example of Vijaynagar-era (16th c AD) “sultanate influenced” fortifications. Continue reading