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Pancharatha
A Hindu temple is a ''pancharatha'' when there are five '' ratha'' (on plan) or ''paga'' (on elevation) on the tower of the temple (generally a ''shikhara''). The rathas are vertical offset projection or facets. The name comes from the sanskrit ''Pancha'' (=five) and ''Ratha'' (=chariot), but the link with the concept of chariot is not clear. There are also temples with three rathas (''triratha''), seven rathas (''saptaratha'') and nine rathas (''navaratha''). Examples of pancharatha temples * Lingaraja Temple in Bhubaneswar * Lakshmana Temple in Khajuraho * Rajarani Temple in Bhubaneswar * Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha * Jagannath Temple in Baripada, Odisha * Jagannath Temple in Nayagarh, Odisha * Isanesvara Siva Temple in Bhubaneswar * Mukteswar Temple in Bhubaneswar * Brahmani temple in Baleswar, Odisha {{gallery , title=Pancharatha temples , height=200 , width=200 , align=center , File:Isanesvara.jpg, Isanesvara Siva Temple in Bhubaneswar , File:Jaganna ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ratha (architecture)
In Hindu temple architecture, a ''ratha'' is a facet or vertical offset projection on the plan of a structure, in particular of the ''shikhara'' above the sanctum. The term has the same meaning when applied to the forms of the bases of statues. A ''ratha'' is generally carried up from the bottom of the temple to the superstructure. The corners of each ratha touch notional circles on the plan of the temple, centred on the murti or cult image inside the sanctum. The sides are oriented along the main horizontal axis of the temple (normally running east–west) or at right angles to it, generating (except around the entrance to the sanctum) a multi-faceted plan that harmonizes the square and the circle, becoming more circular in overall shape as the number of rathas increases. The rathas (facets) may be decorated with geometric figures or statues, such as statues of a gatekeeper watching outside or a niche with a statue of a deity. Sometimes, the facet of the ratha is hollowed to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rajarani Temple
Rajarani Temple is an 11th-century Hindu temple located in Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha (Orissa previously), India. Overview The temple is believed to have been known originally as Indreswara. It is locally known as a "love temple" because of the erotic carvings of women and couples in the temple. Rajarani Temple is built in the ''pancharatha'' style on a raised platform with two structures: a central shrine called the ''vimana'' (sanctum) with a ''bada'' (curvilinear spire) over its roof rising to a height of , and a viewing hall called ''jagamohana'' with a pyramidal roof. The temple was constructed of dull red and yellow sandstone locally called "Rajarani". There are no images inside the sanctum, and hence it is not associated with a specific sect of Hinduism but broadly classified as Saivite based on the niches. History Based on the sculptural architectural style, the temple is dated to the mid-11th century. Brown groups the temple along with Anant Vasudev Temple ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lakshmana Temple, Khajuraho
The Lakshmana Temple is a 10th-century Hindu temple built by Yashovarman located in Khajuraho, India. It is dedicated to Vaikuntha Vishnu - an aspect of Vishnu. Location This temple is located in the Western Temple complex in Khajuraho. Khajuraho is a small village in the Chhatarpur District of Madhya Pradesh, India. Architecture It is a Sandhara Temple of the Panchayatana Variety. The entire temple complex stands on a high platform ( Jagati), as seen in image. The structure consists of all the elements of Hindu temple architecture. It has entrance porch (ardh-mandapa), Mandapa, Maha-Mandapa, Antarala and Garbhagriha. Unlike other temples in Khajuraho, its sanctum is Pancharatha on plan (top-view). Its shikhara is clustered with minor urushringas (refer images of temple top i.e. shikhara). The wall portion is studded with balconied windows with ornate balustrades. It has two rows of sculptures (refer images of temple's outer wall) including divine figures, couples and er ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Puri
Puri () is a coastal city and a municipality in the state of Odisha in eastern India. It is the district headquarters of Puri district and is situated on the Bay of Bengal, south of the state capital of Bhubaneswar. It is also known as ''Sri Jagannatha Dhama'' after the 12th-century Jagannath Temple located in the city. It is one of the original Char Dham pilgrimage sites for Hindus. Puri is known by several names since the ancient times, and was locally known as "Sri Kshetra" and the Jagannath temple is known as "Badadeula". Puri and the Jagannath Temple were invaded 18 times by Muslim rulers, from the 7th century AD till the early 19th century with the objective of looting the treasures of the temple. Odisha, including Puri and its temple, were part of British India from 1803 till India attained independence in August 1947. Even though princely states do not exist in India today, the heirs of the House of Gajapati still perform the ritual duties of the temple. The te ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Balasore
Balasore or Baleswara is a city in the state of Odisha, about north of the state capital Bhubaneswar and from Kolkata, in eastern India. It is the largest town of northern Odisha and the administrative headquarters of Balasore district. It is best known for Chandipur beach. It is also called 'missile city'. The Indian Ballistic Missile Defence Programme's Integrated Test Range is located 18 km south of Balasore. History Excavation at villages nearby by Balasore has given evidence for three distinct cultural phases of human settlements, viz., Chalcolithic (2000-1000 BCE), Iron Age (1000-400 BCE) and early historic period (400-200 BCE). Baleswara district was part of the ancient Kalinga kingdom which later became a territory of Utkal, till the death of Mukunda Deva. It was annexed by the Mughal Empire in 1568 and remained as a part of their suzerainty up until the 1700s. The British East India Company (EIC) established a factory at Balasore in 1633. In 1719, the Tr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mukteshvara Temple, Bhubaneswar
Mukteshwara Temple (; also spelt Mukteswara) is a 10th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. The temple dates back to 950–975 CE and is a monument of importance in the study of the development of Hindu temples in Odisha. The stylistic development the Mukteswara marks the culmination of all earlier developments, and initiates a period of experiment which continues for an entire century, as seen in such temples as the Rajarani Temple and Lingaraj temple, both located in Bhubaneswar. It is one of the prominent tourist attractions of the city. History The Mukteshvara Temple is found to be the earliest work from the Somavamshi period. Most scholars believe the temple is the successor to Parashurameshvara Temple and built earlier to the Brahmeswara Temple (1060 CE). Percy Brown puts the date of construction of the temple to 950 CE. The presence of a ''torana'', which is not part of any other temple in the region, makes this temple unique ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Isanesvara Siva Temple
Isanesvara Siva Temple is a 13th-century ad temple in Bhubaneswar in the state of Orissa, India. The time period of its construction is estimated from its architectural features and it is suggests the temple to ganga period. Isanesvara Siva temple is in the Goasagaresvartemple precinct, on the left side of Ratha road (leading from Mausima Chowk to Badheibanka Chowk) old Town, Bhubaneswar. It is west of Lingaraja Temple and one km south of Ananta Vasudev, southwest of Ramesvara temple and northwest of Baitala Deula. The temple is facing towards east. The presiding deity is only a circular yon pitha. The lingam is missing. This temple is used for worship. Its cultural, social and historical significances are same as the Gosagaresvara temple. Its associational significance is its usage for public meeting. Ownership This temple has multiple ownership and It is taken care by private persons namely Mahendra Garabadu and Bhaga Garabadu. Their residence is at Gosagaresvar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nayagarh
Nayagarh is both a town and the municipality headquarters of the Nayagarh district in the Indian state of Odisha. Geography Nayagarh is located at with an average elevation of 178 metres (584 feet). It was the Rukhi mountain to the south and the Balaram mountain to the north of Nayagarh, which mitigated the effects of the 1999 Odisha cyclone on Nayagarh. The 96 km long New Jagannath Sadak road, also known as Nua Jagannath Sadak, connects Nayagarh to the holy city in the Puri district. Demographics A 2011 census in India revealed a population of 17 030 in Nayagarh town, 9 000 of which were male and 8 030 female. This indicated a population growth of 11.30% compared to the census data of 2001. While the census of 2001 when compared against the census of 1991, revealed a population growth of 10.46% in Nayagarh District. The total area of the Nayagarh district covers approximately 3,890 km2 accommodating about 1700 villages in the Nayagarh district. The average literacy r ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jagannath Temple, Nayagarh
Jagannath temple at Nayagarh, Odisha, India, was erected by Vinayak Singh Mandhata in between 1788 and 1808 AD. It is unfinished, the architect of this temple was the father of the poet Yadumani. Jagannath temple at Laxmi Prasad area was erected by Jadunath Mangaraja, a king of Khandapada. It was reconstructed in 1972 by one Sri Nilakantha Sahu. Jagannath temple at Khandapada was erected by the king of Khandapada. The temple is in pancharatha Rekha Deula style, while the Jaga mohan and Natamandapa are in Pidha Deula style. The idol of Jagannath called DadhiVanana was brought from the temple at Tikiripada and installed here. The idols from this temple were installed there. Jagannath temple at Tikiripada was constructed with the stones of the tomb of Gosinha Daitya, a demon ruling in this area in the past, whose fort is located inside Baisipalli, also known as Gosinhagarh during the epic period. The first temple was constructed in 1850. It was due to the flood of the Mahan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Baripada
Baripada () is a city and a municipality in Mayurbhanj district in the state of Odisha, India. Located along the east bank of the Budhabalanga river, Baripada is the cultural centre of north Odisha. In recent years, it has emerged as an educational hub with the opening of numerous professional colleges. The city is the headquarters of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha's largest district by area. It houses the office of the District collector, the Superintendent of Police and the Court of the District and Sessions Judge. It lends its name to the Baripada Vidhan Sabha constituency of the Odisha state legislative assembly. History Originally the capital of the Mayurbhanj State, Baripada's antiquity is unknown. It was first recorded as Burpuddah by Major James Rennell of the East India Company in his famous Atlas of 1779. Baripada was established as headquarter of the state (now district) in the end of 18th century during the period of Sumitra Devi's ruling, which was earlier in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jagannath Temple, Baripada
Shri Shri Hari Baladev Jew Bije ( or, ଶ୍ରୀ ଶ୍ରୀ ହରି ବଳଦେବ ଜୀଉ ବିଜେ) is a famous Hindu temple located in Baripada, Mayurbhanj district, in the state of Odisha, India. The name ''Jagannath'' (Lord of the Universe) is a combination of the Sanskrit words ''Jagat'' (Universe) and ''Nath'' (Lord of). The District of Mayurbhanj preserves many temples built in different styles of Orissan architecture, such as Rekha, Bhadra and Gauriya. Among the Rekha temples the most important are the temples of Kakharua Baidyanath at Manatri of this District and that of Lord Jagannath at Baripada. The temple of Lord Jagannath at Baripada is universally known as Second SreeKhetra after Puri. It was built by Shri Baidyanath Bhanj in 1575 A.D. on the same architectural principles of Kakharua Baidyanath temple. The temple stands as a symbol of the religious favour of the Bhanja Rulers of Mayurbhanj and is regarded as the Queen Monad among the princely states du ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
