Question

What was common in the structures of the temples constructed during this period?

Answer 1

There were commonalities in the structures of temples built during this period. They are as follows:

a) Garbagriha: The chief deity’s image was kept in this room.

b) Shikhara or Vimana: The top of the Garbagriha was marked as sacred by a tower known as Shikhara.

c) Mandapa: The assembly hall where people gathered to pray is known as Mandapa.