A massive restoration project in a remote village in Andhra Pradesh has uncovered the original 14th-century architectural layout of a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The work revealed intricate Dravidian carvings and a series of previously hidden granite pillars that closely echo the architectural style of the famous Nataraja temple in Chidambaram.
Heritage experts state that the site was likely a regional pilgrimage hub during the late Vijayanagara era. The project team is currently using specialized lime-mortar techniques to preserve the unique limestone-plastered reliefs that depict scenes from the Puranas, which were found beneath centuries of accumulated debris.