11/4/2023 0 Comments Kolhapur mahalaxmi imageThe three sancta have rather simple shikharas of brick and mortar dating back to the 19th century. Also seen in this temple is a rich display of sculpture of figurines in dancing poses, musicians, gods and goddesses. Also to be noted here are the horizontal mouldings and the vertical offsets which create a rich light and shade pattern. The Kolhapur Mahalaxmi temple complex exhibits mortarless construction echoing the style of the early Deccan temples. The central one is that of Mahalaxmi and the two on either side are those of Mahakali and Mahasaraswati. Following this is the mandap with three shrines facing west. Another stone mandap, on a raised platform enshrining Ganesh, also faces the sanctum. An image of Garuda, the vahana of Vishnu faces the sanctum. This mandap dates back to the 18th century. Upon entering the Mahadwara one is confronted with several deepamaalas on either side, and enters the Garuda mandap with square pillars and foliated arches of wood, characteristic of Maratha temples. The main entrance, Mahadwara of the Kolhapur Mahalaxmi temple is the western entrance.
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