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The Veerbhadra Temple is located on a small mound referred to as Kurma Sailam in the sleepy village of Lepakshi in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh. Lepakshi has attained a great deal of historical and archaeological importance because of the presence of the Veerbhadra Temple.
Constructed way back in the 16th century, the Veerbhadra Temple stands as one of the finest examples of Vijaynagara style of art and architecture. The shape of the Veerbhadra Temple bears a great deal of resemblance to the tortoise. Even though the commanding deity of the temple is Veerabhadra, several other gods and goddesses of the Hindu pantheon are also regularly worshipped here. Some of them are Lord Rama, Lord Shiva who is also referred to as Lord Papanasesswara and Durga.
The Veerbhadra Temple at Lepakshi is divided into three parts. They are the Mukha Mandapa, the Artha Mandapa and the Garbha Griha. But what is sure to attract your attention immediately after your entry to the Veerbhadra Temple are the Mandapams. All the Mandapams are intricately carved with beautiful sculptures. The exquisite sculptures enhance the beauty of this magnificent shrine.
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