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After Arjuna’s penance I went to see the Ganesha Ratha. Just after the Arjuna’s penance Ganesh Ratha is located. Originally dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple is now dedicated to Lord Ganesha. It is attributed to belong to Parameshvara Varman I (669-90). The temple features beautifully carved inscriptions listing the royal titles of Parameshvara Varman.  Photos of Ganesha Ratha:

• Ganesha Ratha:



• Top of the temple:



• Ganesha Ratha:



• Sculpture in the walls of the temple:

Then, I went to see the Trimurthi Cave. This rock cut cave has three cells which are dedicated to the Hindu Trinity. This is located to the north – east of Arjuna’s penance. There is no portico in front. The figure of Lord Shiva, a Shivalinga, is portrayed. The second cell has two gate keepers at the entrance.  There is a carving of a god which some call it Skanda whereas others call it Lord Brahma. The third cell is dedicated to Goddess Durga who is shown stamping the beheaded Mahishasura’s head. There is a minor – rock cut zoo to the east of Trimurti cane. The zoo carvings are inscribed with an elephant, a calf, a monkey and a peacock. Photos of Trimurthi Cave:

• Near Trimurthi Cave:



• Near Trimurthi Cave:



• Trimurthi Cave:



• Zoo carvings: elephant, a calf, a monkey and a peacock



• Trimurthi Cave:



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