Brahma Temple
Only existing temple dedicated to lord Brahma
A beautiful carved silver turtle sits on the floor facing the sanctorum or Garbha Griha. This is the only existing temple dedicated to lord Brahma and was constructed in the 14th century, standing on a high plinth with marble steps leading up to it. A beautiful carved silver turtle sits on the floor facing the sanctorum or Garbha Griha. The marble floor around the silver turtle is embedded with hundreds of silver coins, with donors name engraved on them.
Near Brahma Temple
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