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Architecture of Kerala Temples
This paper presents very specific study into architectural character of Kēraḷa temples. For this purpose, different aspects of plan and elevation of Kēraḷa temple are analyzed juxtaposed with Drāvid̩a style. The evolution of temple architecture in Kēraḷa is classified under three phases. The study d...
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| Format: | Printed Book |
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Pragmata: Journal of Human Sciences
2014
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| Accés en línia: | http://10.26.1.76/ks/005173.pdf |
| Sumari: | This paper presents very specific study into architectural character of Kēraḷa temples. For this purpose,
different aspects of plan and elevation of Kēraḷa temple are analyzed juxtaposed with Drāvid̩a style. The
evolution of temple architecture in Kēraḷa is classified under three phases. The study draws a clear picture
of Kēraḷa temples within the broad area of Drāvid̩a style. The reasons behind formulation of the unique
form of architecture which break from monotonous Drāvid̩a style are the adaptability to native
environment, use of different building materials and techniques employed by builders in accordance with
the materials. |
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| Descripció física: | pp.152-165 Vol. 2. Issue 2, June 2014, |