Question

What are the common features of Hoysala temples?

Answer 1

Hoysala architecture is the building style developed under the rule of the Hoysala Empire between the 11th and 14th centuries, in the region known today as Karnataka, a state of India. Hoysala influence was at its peak in the 13th century, when it dominated the Southern Deccan Plateau region. Large and small temples built during this era remain as examples of the Hoysala architectural style, including the Chennakesava Temple at Belur, the Hoysaleswara Temple at Halebidu, and the Kesava Temple at Somanathapura.[1][2] Other examples of Hoysala craftsmanship are the temples at Belavadi, Amruthapura, Hosaholalu, Mosale, Arasikere, Basaralu, Kikkeri and Nuggehalli.[3][4] Study of the Hoysala architectural style has revealed a negligible Indo-Aryan influence while the impact of Southern Indian style is more distinct.[

Answer 2

Here are some of the common features of the Hoysala temples;

1. All the temples were built during the period of 11th and 14th century.

2. The walls of the Hoysala temples are covered with the broad themes of sculptures (images of women playing different activities)

3. One of the common features of the Hoysala temples is that the pillars of these temples carry images of sculpture of a woman, displaying stylised feminine features which are called as salabhanjikas and madanikas.  

4. Square shaped pillars