Lakshamana Temple

Title: Lakshamana Temple
Local tradition: It was a temple with a sculpture of Lakshmana, which was stolen.
Structure: It has a sanctum with a western entrance, which leads to a mandapa/courtyard. The mandapa stands on 12 pillars, some of which were turned upside down during repairs. The roof also has pillar lintels. There are 3 niches on the northern wall and 2 on the eastern wall of the mandapa.
Location: Eastern bank of Phalgu in the Salempur Village, north of the Sitakund group of temples at the foothill of Ramagaya.
Geographic coordinates (latitude, longitude): 24°46'38.43", 85°00'33.25"
Approachs: Through Salempur Village. Alternatively one can walk across the Phalgu from Vishnupada
Airport: Gaya
Railway station: Gaya
Bus stand: Gaya
Topographical features: Located on a side hill at the foothill of Ramagaya, approx. 80 feet east of the Phalgu.
Building materials: Primarily stone; Lakhauri bircks
Usage: Desecrated/Abandoned
Ownership: None
Protection status: Unprotected
Conservation assessment: Needs immediate attention and some restoration/renovation.
Subject: Hindu temples--India
Omeka identifier: sci-site17-01
Present condition: It is in a bad condition as it is not under active usage.