Question
Download Solution PDFWhich of the following heritage sites shows the Dravidian style of architecture?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Hampi.
- Hampi also referred to as the Group of Monuments at Hampi, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Karnataka.
- Few Temple list at Hampi:
- Virupaksha Temple
- The Stone Chariot
- Achyuta Raya Temple
- Hazara Rama Temple
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Temple Type in India-
- According to the Shilpa Shastra, the temples of India can be classified into three types,
- Nagara Style (North Indian Style)
- Dravidian Style (South Indian Style)
- Vesara Style (a hybrid of Northern & southern Style)
- The basic element of Hindu temple -
- Garbhagriha
- Mandapa
- Shikhara or vimana
- Kalasha
- Temple Architecture in India -
| Architecture type | Region | Example |
| Nagara | North India | Khajuraho Group of Monuments |
| Dravida | South India | Shore Temple, Mahabalipuram |
| Vesara | Centra India | Hoysala Temple at Belur |
- Difference between Nagara & Dravida Style Temple Architecture -
| Basis | Nagara style | Dravida style |
| Location | According to Shilpa Shastra, north Indian temples are Nagara style. | According to the Shilpa Shastras, those temples which are situated between the River Krishna and Kaveri are Dravida style. |
| Central tower | The central tower has a curvilinear shape known as Shikhara | The central tower has a pyramidical shape known as Vimana. |
| Gopuram | Not present usually. | Entrance Tower |
| Garbhagriha | Located under the tallest tower. | The entrance of Garbhagriha has Dwarpalas. |
| Mandapa | Not present | Pillared hall with elaborately carved pillars. |
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