Narasimha Pillar, Belur - Timings, History, Best Time to Visit
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#3 of 8 Places to Visit in Belur
Distance (From Belur Bus Station): 0.5 Kms
Trip Duration (Including Travel): 30 Mins
Place Location: Inside Chennakesava Temple Complex
Transportation Options: Walk/Trek
Travel Tips: None
Situated inside the Chennakesava Temple complex in Belur, the Narasimha Pillar is a magnificent stone pillar with a height of about 30 feet. All sculptures of the temple are carved on this pillar in a miniature form.
The pillar is made with soapstone. The base of the pillar is cubical in shape with floral decoration. It is believed that this pillar was once capable of rotating on its axis.
Note: This place is inside Chennakesava Temple complex
