Kadalekalu Ganesha is a giant statue of Lord Ganesha that is 4.6 meters (14 feet) tall sculpture carved in situ on the slope of the Hemakuta Hill. There are also tall slender granite pillars that have many carved mythological themes, standing in the front hall of this shrine.
About Kadalekalu Ganesha Temple :
Located on the Hemkutha Hill is the Kadalekalu Ganesha Temples. The Sasivekalu Ganesha is about 2.4 m high and is also called themustard seed Ganesha. Seated in a round mandapa, the idol is shown holding the ankusa, broken tusk and a looped pasa. Similarly, the Kadalekalu or groundnut Ganesha is also a 4. 5 m high monolith idol carved out of a massive boulder.
Kadalekalu Ganesha is a giant statue of Lord Ganesha that is 4.6 meters (14 feet) tall sculpture carved in situ on the slope of the Hemakuta Hill. There are also tall slender granite pillars that have many carved mythological themes, standing in the front hall of this shrine.
Attractions Of KadaleKalu Ganesha at Hmapi, Karnataka :
This giant statue of Ganesha was carved out of a huge boulder at the northeastern slope of the Hemakuta hill. The belly of this statue resembles a Bengal gram (Kadalekalu, in local language) and hence the name.
The open porch in front of the Kadalekalu Ganesha Temple. Note the slender long pillars that is unique in Hampi’s architecture.
A sanctum is built around the statue. The pillared hall in front of this sanctum is as charming as this giant statue itself. The open hall constructed by unusually slender and tall pillars. Each of them is highly ornate with mythical themes.
Kadalekalu Ganesha is one of the largest Ganesha images in this part of the country.
This 4.5 meters (15 feet) tall statue is one among the largest sculptures in Hampi. The pillared hall is a vantage point to survey the environs, especially the Hampi Bazaar and the foothills of Matanga Hill.
How To Reach Sasivekalu And Kadalekalu Ganesha Temple :
Getting around in Hampi is not that tough, and you can hire auto rickshaws and private taxis. Check with your hotel reception, though, for rates and fare methods. Public buses are also available, though you could avoid them if necessary. The best way to explore the city is on foot or to hire a bicycle or moped or scooter.