Shadows and Seven Storeys: Gunda Dandanatha's Epic Resurrection of the Belur Temple
Unpacking the 1397 Belur Inscription, the legacy of Gunda Dandanatha, and the brilliant restoration of Hoysala heritage after the Bahmani raids.
The Unknown Order of Arjun Singh that Prevented the Excavations at Ayodhya: Here's the Full Story
In 1992, Arjun Singh, the Human Resources Minister, ordered the Archeological Survey of India to halt the excavations at the site of the disputed structure in Ayodhya in order to appease the Muslim vote bank. This is a story that has received little attention.
A Brief History of the Breathtaking Belur Chennakeshava Temple
The 900-year old Belur Chennakeshava Temple is one of the greatest treasure-houses of Indian art, architecture and sculpture, all of which was accomplished by the motivation of Sanatana piety. This essay narrates its splendid history since inception up to our own time.