Octagonal Water Pavilion, Hampi Ruins, Hampi, Karnataka.

… a continuation post to Saraswati Temple 

19^th June 2017.

This octagonal water pavilion is a stone's throw away from the Saraswati temple. This might have been constructed during the 16^th century. There is an octagonal stage at the center surrounded by an open mandapam with very simple pillars. The roof and sides are plastered with lime mortar, and remains of intricate carvings can be seen on the ceiling. There are holes to get water from outside to this pavilion at each corner of the octagon.

It was around 14.00 hrs when we completed this Octagonal water pavilion visit. Instead of going all the way to Hampi, we decided to bring lunch to this pavilion.

LOCATION OF THE WATER PAVILION: CLICK HERE 

 

…… to be continued: Sri Chandrasekara Temple 

---OM SHIVAYA NAMA---