Pattadakal is a village in the Indian state of Karnataka that was once the capital of the Chalukya Dynasty. The monuments at Pattadakal are a collection of ten Hindu and Jain temples, built during the 7th and 8th centuries CE. These temples are a fusion of north Indian Nagara and south Indian Dravida architectural styles and are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The temples at Pattadakal are built of sandstone and have intricate carvings and sculptures depicting various deities, mythological scenes, and episodes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata. The largest and most famous of the temples is the Virupaksha Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple has a towering gateway, a pillared hall, and a sanctum sanctorum with a lingam. The Mallikarjuna Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and the Sangameshwara Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, are other prominent temples in Pattadakal.

The Papanatha Temple is an unusual temple that features a mix of Nagara and Dravida styles. It has a pyramidal tower over the sanctum sanctorum and a flat-roofed mandapa (hall) in front. The Jain temples at Pattadakal are relatively small and simple, but they too have intricate carvings and sculptures.

The monuments at Pattadakal are a significant example of the fusion of different architectural styles and the religious and cultural syncretism that characterized the Chalukya Dynasty. They are a testimony to the rich cultural heritage of India and attract tourists from all over the world.