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Aarav Kale
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    You could also ask the temple office to point out the stone lintels at the small Narasimha shrine on the outer wall; those carry a 6th century Sanskrit inscription that mentions the Ikshvakus. After that, a short drive to the watchtowers in Kurnool will let you see the Vijayanagara style that once protected the route. Does anyone know if the temple has a guide who can explain the Prakrit panels at the base of the sanctum?

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