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- The stellate plan of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) of the Undeshwar Temple makes this distinct from the other two temples of the Bijolia temple complex. The beauty of this stellate temple is further enhanced by the carving of the base mouldings which consist of bhittas, karnika, kapotapalika, grassapatta, gajathara, Kumbha and Kalasha.
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- Mandakini Kund, 11th to 13th century CE, Early Medieval, Temple, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, Architecture, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Mahakal Temple, Undeshwar Temple, Bijolia Group of Temples, Hazareshwar Temple, and Nagara Style of Architecture
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 01-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 01-06-2024
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- According to the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), the Hazareshwar Temple is classified as being constructed in the Bhumija style. However, upon closer examination of the shikhara (superstructure), it is evident that it does not adhere strictly to the typical Bhumija style but rather exhibits a mixed style. The mulamanjri (principal spire), uruh shringas (subsidiary spires leaning against the main spire), and kutas (miniature shrines) represent a feature of shekhari shikhara style i.e., the central latina spires with rows of half spires added on either side. Pediments are present on all three sides, with surasenakas situated above them. Divinities such as Brahmani, Brahma, and Shiva are carved on the pediments above the antarala and garbhagriha. Notably, the surasenaka features a stunning depiction of Natesha.
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- Nagara Style of Architecture, 11th to 13th century CE, Mandakini Kund, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Temple, Bijolia Group of Temples, Bhilwara, Early Medieval, Architecture, Hazareshwar Temple, Mahakal Temple, Rajasthan, and Undeshwar Temple
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 01-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 01-06-2024
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- The Undeshwar Temple, devoted to Shiva, is oriented towards the west. It adopts a stellate layout, characteristic of the Bhumija architectural style. Resting upon elaborately carved, tall vedibandha (basal mouldings) serving as the foundation for the intricately carved jangha (wall), the temple features a Bhumija shikhara adorned with nine bhumis (storeys).
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- Mahakal Temple, 11th to 13th century CE, Mandakini Kund, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Temple, Bijolia Group of Temples, Bhilwara, Early Medieval, Architecture, Hazareshwar Temple, Nagara Style of Architecture, Rajasthan, and Undeshwar Temple
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 01-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 01-06-2024
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- Image
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- The mandapa (pillared hall) of the Mahakal Temple is a square, enclosed hall with simple stone walls, featuring pairs of pillars at the cardinal points and pilasters at the corners. In the center lies a platform with a Nandi statue. Adjacent to this, on the right-hand side, there is a small underground water passage. Above this passage, a raised platform can be accessed via a flight of steps. Notably, there is jali (lattice) work adorning this side of the mandapa.
- Keyword:
- Mandakini Kund, 11th to 13th century CE, Early Medieval, Temple, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, Architecture, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Hazareshwar Temple, Undeshwar Temple, Nagara Style of Architecture, Mahakal Temple, and Bijolia Group of Temples
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 01-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 01-06-2024
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- In Copyright
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- The Undeshwar Temple is supported by a tall vedibandha (basal mouldings), intricately carved and featuring multiple moldings. The jangha (wall) of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) has bhadra (central offset) on each of its three sides. The space between these bhadras is occupied by projected stambhas (buttresses). Carved with depictions of deities, these bhadras enhance the temple's aesthetic. The shikhara (superstructure) of the garbhagriha follows the Bhumija architectural style.
- Keyword:
- Mandakini Kund, 11th to 13th century CE, Early Medieval, Temple, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, Architecture, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Hazareshwar Temple, Undeshwar Temple, Nagara Style of Architecture, Mahakal Temple, and Bijolia Group of Temples
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 01-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 01-06-2024
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- The jangha (wall) surrounding the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) of the Undeshwar Temple is extensively adorned with sculptures. The bhadras (central offsets) display divine figures, while the stambhas (buttresses) are carved with representations of ashta dikapalas (deities representing eight cardinal directions), surasundaris and apsaras (celestial damsels), musicians and dancers.
- Keyword:
- Mahakal Temple, 11th to 13th century CE, Mandakini Kund, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Rajasthan, Bijolia Group of Temples, Bhilwara, Early Medieval, Undeshwar Temple, Hazareshwar Temple, Nagara Style of Architecture, Temple, and Architecture
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 01-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 01-06-2024
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- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- The exterior of the southern garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) of the Mahakal Temple has a vedibandha (basal mouldings), jangha (wall) and shikhara (superstructure). The vedibandha mouldings are adorned and the jangha showcases bhadraratha (central vertical projection), intricately carved stambhas (buttresses) and jali (lattice) work. The shikhara of the temple is built in Shekhari style i.e., the central latina spires with rows of half spires added on either side.
- Keyword:
- Mandakini Kund, 11th to 13th century CE, Early Medieval, Temple, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, Architecture, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Hazareshwar Temple, Undeshwar Temple, Nagara Style of Architecture, Mahakal Temple, and Bijolia Group of Temples
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 01-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 01-06-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- The temple complex features a tranquil reservoir, known as the Mandakini kund (water tank), positioned behind the Mahakal Temple and in the left front of the Undeshwar Temple. Alongside the three temples within the complex, the Mandakini Kund is safeguarded as a protected monument under the jurisdiction of the Jaipur Circle of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Serving as a sacred water body within the Bijolia temple compound, the Mandakini Kund is a site where devotees frequently engage in ceremonial bathing rituals.
- Keyword:
- Mahakal Temple, 11th to 13th century CE, Mandakini Kund, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Rajasthan, Bijolia Group of Temples, Bhilwara, Early Medieval, Architecture, Hazareshwar Temple, Nagara Style of Architecture, Temple, and Undeshwar Temple
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 01-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 01-06-2024
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- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
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- Access to the temple is granted through the mukhamandapa (front porch) of the Undeshwar Temple, with steps bordered by depictions of deities. The mukhamandapa is a small hall with low walls along its sides. Atop these walls, four pillars stand at each corner, offering support for the flat roof above.
- Keyword:
- Mandakini Kund, 11th to 13th century CE, Early Medieval, Temple, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, Architecture, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Hazareshwar Temple, Undeshwar Temple, Nagara Style of Architecture, Mahakal Temple, and Bijolia Group of Temples
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 01-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 01-06-2024
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- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- The mukhamandapa (front porch) serves as an entryway to the mandapa-pillared hall) of the Undeshwar Temple, which features lateral extensions. In the mandapa, tall pillars with square bases support an octagonal shaft that transitions into faceted and circular sections. The square bases of the pillars are adorned with carvings depicting various deities, including dikapalas (deities of cardinal directions), surasundaris (celestial damsels), female dancers, and musicians. There is a square shallow platform at the center on which a Nandi is placed.
- Keyword:
- Mandakini Kund, 11th to 13th century CE, Early Medieval, Temple, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, Architecture, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Hazareshwar Temple, Undeshwar Temple, Bijolia Group of Temples, Mahakal Temple, and Nagara Style of Architecture
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Bhilwara
- Date Uploaded:
- 01-06-2024
- Date Modified:
- 01-06-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image