Question

What was the chief architectural feature of the brick temple at Bhitrigaon ?

Answer 1

This temple dates back to 5th century AD. The temple has a pyramidal roof and its outer walls are decorated with statues and figures. There is a Shivalinga placed in the Garbagriha. The chief architectural feature is the arch, the curved structure supporting the weight of the roof.

Answer 2

Answer:

Architectural features of the temples of Bengal:

1. Double roofed or dochala, four roofed (chauchala).

2. Comparative more complex-four roofed structures-four triangular roofs placed on four walls moved up to coverage on curved line or a point.

3. Built on a square platform.

4. Interior plain.

5. Outer walls decorated with paintings, ornamental tiles or terracotta tablets.