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Bhitargaon Temple, Kanpur, UP, India built in the 5th century during the Gupta period is the oldest remaining brick/terracotta Hindu temple. It has no windows. #Archaeology
Bhitargaon Temple is known locally as the "Rain Temple" as the ceiling is said to drip water several days before the rain arrive, which is of great interest to local farmers #Archaeology
Renovated/Reconstructed Bhitargaon Temple, Kanpur, UP, India #Archaeology
Some of the beautiful "Hand-Crafted" Panel Sculptures, Bhitargaon Temple, Kanpur, UP, India #Archaeology
Seshashayi Vishnu depicted on a terracotta plaque, Bhitargaon Temple, Kanpur, UP, India #Archaeology
Information board outside Bhitargaon Temple, Kanpur, UP, India #Archaeology
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