TEMPLES ARCHITECTURE FEATURES.

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◇ Gharbhagriha - Literally means womb-house. It is a cave-like sanctum which houses the main icon of the temple.

◇ Mandapa - It is the entrance to the Temple. It may be portico or a hall.

◇ Shikhara / Vimana - It is a mountain-like spire on top. In north India, it is called Shikhara and is curving in shape. In the south, it is like a pyramidal tower and is called Vimana.

◇ Amalaka - Stone-like disc seen at the top of the temple. Mostly in north Indian temples.

◇ Kalasha - It is the topmost part of the temple.

◇ Antartala - It is a vestibule between the Garbhagriha and the Mandapa.

◇ Jagati - This is common in north Indian temples and is a raised platform where devotees can sit and pray.

◇ Vahana - It is the vehicle of main diety and placed in front of Gharbhagriha.

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