VIJAY VITTALA TEMPLE, AN ARCHITECTURAL MASTERPIECE WITH MYSTERIOUS MUSICAL PILLARS

Abstract

India being rich country in culture and heritage has created history for thousands of years that built the kingdom to leave behind a legacy that eventually gives the impression about ancient civilization. Structures of India are fascinating in nature and they amazed us with their architecture. There is such structure that do not flow science law and they only exist because of some mystery or else. There are some myths of these Structures, likewise with the mystery of musical pillar we have a temple i.e., Vijay Vittala temple and the temple is situated in Hampi, Karnataka. The Vijay Vittala temple, which is one of Hampi's most famous and greatest structures, entices visitors with its magnificent beauty. The temple is situated near the banks of the Tungabhadra River in Hampi's north eastern region. At the Vittala Temple, Lord Vitthala, an avatar of Lord Vishnu, is honoured. A Vitthala-Vishnu idol formerly stood in the temple, but it was lost to the ravages of time. The temple was established as a dwelling for Lord Vishnu in his Vitthala incarnation, according to legend. The temple exemplifies the sculptors' and artisans' immense creativity and architectural perfection throughout the Vijayanagara era. The temple possesses characteristics and elements that are typical of traditional south Indian temples. The beauty of the temple surpasses that of any other landmark in Hampi or from the time. The Vittala temple complex is a large area encircled by high walls and three massive entrances. There are various halls, shrines, and buildings inside the temple complex. Each of these structures is made of stone and is a unique work of art in its own.