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The Khetapai Temple of Bhaktal

Ramayan sculptures are found on its walls. The verandah is decorated with social themes. Notice the stone roof of the temple in Hoysala style.
See also:
Depiction of Everyday life in Bhatkal Temples, A Temple Sculpture Depicts Two Saints Accosting a Courtesan, Man punishes wife's paramour, The Town of Bhatkal, Birth of a Child, Snake charmer, sculpture from Bhatkal temple

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