Belur

The second temple we went to, Chennakesava, was in Belur. This was more of a complex of smaller temples rather than one big one.

The gate:









This is a statue of Krishna. Scary!!







In case there was any doubt that the artists were men:



Inside the mail temple:



This statue is supposed to represent the feminine ideal. Her forehead, nose, and chin are perfect thirds. There are other perfect ratios represented in her figure but again, I didn't take notes...



Since this temple is still functioning, you can actually see people worshiping.





Cute kids:



Some priests walking across the complex:



A chariot used for processions during festivals: