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Sirpur, Chhattisgarh, India
Historical Significance: The Laxman Temple is arguably the most famous monument in Sirpur and one of India's earliest and finest surviving temples built completely of fired brick. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, it was constructed by Queen Vasata, the mother of King Mahashiv Gupta Balarjuna, to honor the memory of her husband, King Harshagupta, in the 7th century CE. It is an extraordinary example of the Dakshina Kosala style of architecture, combining elements of the Nagara and Dravidian styles. The temple was built on a high plinth and once featured a towering Shikhara (spire), now partially ruined, possibly due to a 12th-century earthquake. Architectural Details: The intricate carvings on the brickwork and the impressive stone doorframe of the sanctum are the temple's highlights. The doorframe is exquisitely carved with figures of Lord Vishnu, Goddess Lakshmi, the river goddesses Ganga and Yamuna, and mythological scenes. The temple structure itself is raised on a stone platform (jagati) allowing for circumambulation. Excavation and Fame: The temple was first brought to international attention in 1872 by the colonial official and archaeologist Alexander Cunningham. Its discovery and subsequent excavation revealed the immense historical and cultural wealth of Sirpur, establishing it as a site of national importance. It is a key monument in the ongoing efforts for UNESCO World Heritage Status.
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