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Ancient Chalukya Shri Shiva Temple, Anva

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Category Historic, Religious

This Temple also known as the Anwa Temple. This is a 12th-century historical site in Anva (Anwa) village, Bhokardan taluka, Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is widely celebrated for its intricate stone carvings and unique star-shaped (stellate) floor plan.

Temple Overview:

Architectural Style: Built during the Seuna (Yadava) or late Chalukya period, the temple is an exceptional example of Hemadpanthi architecture.

Key Features:

  • 52-Pillar Hall: The Sabha-mandapa (open hall) is supported by 52-56 highly decorated and beautifully carved pillars.
  • 24 Shaktis of Vishnu: The exterior walls uniquely depict 24 forms of Vishnu’s Shaktis, a rare feature in Shiva temples.
  • Sanctum: The temple faces east and contains a Shivalinga in the garbhagriha (inner sanctum).

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It is located about 20 km from Bhokardan and approximately 70–90 km from Jalna city or Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad).