Caves Temples
The first and the foremost cave is known to be built in 578 A.D. One can
reach the cave by taking a flight of 40 steps. Dedicated to Lord Shiva,
the cave adorns not less than 81 sculptures of Lord Shiva in the form of
'Nataraj' having 18 arms. Made out in Red sandstone, the cave has an
open verandah, a hall with numerous columns and a sanctum. The ceilings
and pillars are festooned with paintings of amorous couples.
The second cave can be sited at the summit of a sandstone hill. This
Cave Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the preserver of the Universe
as per the Hindu beliefs. Here, Lord Vishnu is presented in the form of
a 'Trivikrama' (dwarf) where his one foot is commanding the Earth and
with the other he is mastering the sky.
Perched on the hill, the third Cave Temple traces its origin in 578 A.D.
The front elevation of the cave is approximately 70 ft wide. The
platform is carved with the images of 'ganas'. The structure of the
temple rejuvenates the memoirs of Deccan style of architecture. This
temple is a fine example of the artistic quality and sculptural genius.
The sculpture of Lord Vishnu in the company of a serpent captures the
major attention. Here, Lord Vishnu is represented in his various
incarnations including Narsimha,Varaha, Harihara (Shiva-Vishnu) and
Trivikarma Varaha, Harihara (Shiva-Vishnu) and
Trivikarma. 
The artistic quality and sculptural grandeur mark the very sight of
these cave temples at Badami. The rich traditions of India are depicted
through these monuments of heritage. People from all over the World come
to visit these shrines of architectural radiance and religious
significance.see more
The artistic quality and sculptural grandeur mark the very sight of
these cave temples at Badami. The rich traditions of India are depicted
through these monuments of heritage. People from all over the World come
to visit these shrines of architectural radiance and religious
significance.see more
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