The UNESCO site says: “Construction of the sandstone temple began in 1213 CE and is believed to have continued over some 40 years. The building features decorated beams and pillars of carved granite and dolerite with a distinctive and pyramidal Vimana (horizontally stepped tower) made of lightweight porous bricks, so-called ‘floating bricks’, which reduced the weight of the roof structures."
The porous bricks, which can reportedly float in water, is not the only distinctive feature of the temple. It also stands out for being one of the few temples in India which is named after its sculptor (Ramappa) rather than the deity (Shiva).
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The UNESCO tweeted: “Just inscribed as @UNESCO #WorldHeritage site: Kakatiya Rudreshwara (Ramappa) Temple, Telangana, in #IndiaFlag of India. Bravo!"
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