A portion of the Salu Mantapam of the Virupaksha Temple collapsed due to heavy rains. This is considered very inasupicius by the People in the villages.
Vijayanagara district Deputy Commissioner MS Divakar, who visited the site, assured that the restoration of the Salu Mantapa will be completed within nine months.
The Virupaksha Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is located in Hampi, a temple town in South India recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is considered to be one of the ancient and power temples of Lord Shiva in the state of AP.
Situated in the Vijayanagara district of Karnataka, the temple is a testament to Hampi’s historical and architectural significance.
It stands as a prominent surviving structure amidst Hampi’s ruins and continues to attract pilgrims and tourists alike.
