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Places To Visit in Lepakshi

As per Hindu beliefs, Veerabhadra is a creation due to the anger of Shiva, when he stepped in to destroy the fire sacrifice of Daksha, after his daughter Sati the soulmate of Shiva, self-immolated in yagna.
Virabhadra was a brave warrior who blinded Bhaga and broke Pushan's teeth. On seeing his power and bravery, other gods ran away from the battlefield. They couldn't sustain the ferocity of his power.

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Places To Visit in Lepakshi

The Lepakshi temple, also known as Veerbhadra temple is located in the tiny hamlet of Anantapur District of Andhra Pradesh. It is famous for its architecture characterised by hanging pillars and cave chambers that can astound you! Once the essence of Vijayanagara Empire, Lepakshi is culturally and archaeologically significant as it acts as the prime location of the shrine dedicated to Veerabhadra. The Lepakshi Temple is an exhibition of timeless art, with famous frescoes and murals.

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Located in the proximity to Veerbhadra Temple is another striking feature of the village i.e. idol of Nandi Bull and paintings. This monolithic sculpture of Nandi crafted out of granite stone measures 4.5

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The village of Lepakshi besides being a cultural hub is also known for its handicrafts. Make sure you buy something as a souvenir of this enchanting place.