INDIAN HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The holy place of Chola temples were both in a circular and square shape. Special vimanas were built on the upper side of the shrine room where the idol of deity was placed. Dome-shaped shikhara and Kalash were placed on the top of the Gopuram .

Detailed explanation-2: -Pallavas (7th century – 9th century) and Cholas (9th century-11th century) were the major kingdoms which epitomized Dravidian Architecture. Chalukyas (7th century-11th century) followed the Vesara style of architecture in the Karnataka region. Their style is also known as the Karnata Dravida style.

Detailed explanation-3: -The chief features of Chola temples are their massive vimanas or towers and spacious courtyards. Most of the Chola temples were built in the Dravidian style.

Detailed explanation-4: -850 CE-1250 CE) in South India was an age of continuous improvement and refinement of Chola art and architecture. They utilised the wealth earned through their extensive conquests in building long-lasting stone temples and exquisite bronze sculptures, in an almost exclusively Hindu cultural setting.

Detailed explanation-5: -Circular and Square Sanctums. Beautified inner side of the external walls. Special vimanas on the upper side of the sanctum. Dome shaped sikhara and kalasa on the top of Gopurams. Intricate sculptures and inscriptions on the walls of these temples. More items