Compare the temple shown in Chapter New Kings and kingdoms present day temple your neighbouring
highlighting and similarities and difference that you notice
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Answer:
We don't notice any intricate outer structure in our present-day temples. However a few temples like Akshar Dham which could match such outer walls as that of the temple at Gangaikondacholapuram.
Explanation:
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=> Present Day Temples -
The significant features inside -
• At the heart of the temple there is a shrine to the chosen deity. ...
• Each morning the priest adorns the shrine, with fresh flowers, fruit, incense and candles.
• Hindus perform puja ( daily worship) 3 times a day.
• Many Hindus have weddings in a Mandir.
=> Ancient Day Temples -
Features of Indian Temple :
1. Garbhagriha: It is referring to the sanctum sanctorum, the innermost sanctum of a temple where resides the murti (idol or icon) of the primary deity of the temple.
2. Mandapa: It is a porch-like structure which is designed as a pillared outdoor hall or pavilion for public rituals.
3. Shikhara: It is derived from Sanskrit word 'Shikar' which means mountain peak. It is a curving shape which is mountain like spire of a free standing temple.
4. Vimana: It is pyramidal like structure refers to the rising tower in the temple architecture of North India. It is prevalent in South India.
5. Amalaka: It is term used for a stone disc like structure at the top of the temple shikara.
6. Kalasha: It is topmost point of the temple above Amalaka.
7. Antarala (Vestibule): It is a place between the Garbhagriha and the temple’s main hall (mandapa).
8. Jagati: It is the term used for the platform where people sit for praying.
9. Vahana: This term is used for the vehicle of the temple’s main deity along with a standard pillar or Dhvaj.