Rashtrakutas Early Medieval Overlap

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EXAMIVERSE

Architecture and Legacy

  • Kailasanatha Temple at Ellora: Monolithic marvel built by Krishna I.
  • Temples at Pattadakal: Kashivishvanatha and Jain Narayana temples (UNESCO sites).
  • Inspired later Deccan styles under Western Chalukyas and Hoysalas.
  • Decline began after Krishna III; Karka II was defeated by Tailapa II, founder of the Western Chalukyas.