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1. The Shikhara of the Mahishasuramardini Temple

Description:: The shikhara (superstructure) of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) is carved in the latina (mono-spired) style with navabhumis (nine tiers). The shikhara is intricately carved with the jala of chaitya arches. A dhvajadharaka (flag bearer), a structure to hold the dhavja (flag), is also depicted at the top, on the rear side of the shikhara.
Keyword:: Baroli, Jodhpur Circle, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Pratihara, Chittorgarh, Temples of India, Ganesha, Shiva, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, 10th - 11th Century CE, Vishnu, Architecture, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Nagara Temple Architecture, Vamana Temple, and Temple
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Dr Nikita Rathore
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Chittorgarh
Date Uploaded:: 29-05-2024
Date Modified:: 29-05-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

2. The Jangha (wall) of the Shiva Temple (Temple 3)

Description:: The jangha (wall) of the Shiva Temple (Temple 3) features plain pilasters projecting out of the surface, while the top portion is adorned with an ardhapadma (half-lotus motif) enclosed by a garland loop. Above the jangha, a varandika (moulded parapet) is placed, which features the antarapatta (recesses between mouldings) between two kapotapalikas (cyma recta moulding). Above the varandikas, miniature shikharas (spires) are placed which creates the anekandaka shikhara (multispired superstructure).
Keyword:: Ganesha, Vamana Temple, 10th - 11th Century CE, Temples of India, Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Ghateshwar Temple, Pratihara, Architecture, Sadashiva Temple, Vishnu, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Jodhpur Circle, Rajasthan, Baroli, Rawatbhata, Shiva, and Nagara Temple Architecture
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Dr Nikita Rathore
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Chittorgarh
Date Uploaded:: 29-05-2024
Date Modified:: 29-05-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

3. Shiva Linga placed on the floor of a broken temple Garbhagriha

Description:: The remains of a foundation of another temple have been discovered within the complex. The temple that once occupied this space consisted of a garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) and an antarala (vestibule). Currently, there is a Shiva linga placed on the floor of the garbhagriha.
Keyword:: Ganesha, Vamana Temple, Baroli, Temples of India, Rawatbhata, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Ghateshwar Temple, Pratihara, Shiva, Sadashiva Temple, Vishnu, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Jodhpur Circle, Rajasthan, 10th - 11th Century CE, Temple, Architecture, and Nagara Temple Architecture
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Dr Nikita Rathore
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Chittorgarh
Date Uploaded:: 29-05-2024
Date Modified:: 29-05-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

4. The Shikhara of the Sheshashayi Vishnu Temple

Description:: The shikhara (superstructure) of the Sheshashayi Vishnu Temple is in a dilapidated state. One part of it features a miniature balcony with three female figures. One of the female figures is shown holding a mirror and combing her hair.
Keyword:: Baroli, Jodhpur Circle, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Pratihara, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Ganesha, Shiva, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, Temple, Vishnu, Architecture, Temples of India, Nagara Temple Architecture, Vamana Temple, and 10th - 11th Century CE
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Dr Nikita Rathore
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Chittorgarh
Date Uploaded:: 29-05-2024
Date Modified:: 29-05-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

5. Vamana Temple (Temple 5) of Cluster 2

Description:: The temple has a vedibandha (basal mouldings) and a plain, unornamented jangha (wall) which is of the tri-anga (three planes of an offset) type. The shikhara (superstructure) of the temple has completely vanished, leaving only a flat roof above the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum).
Keyword:: Baroli, Jodhpur Circle, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Pratihara, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Ganesha, Shiva, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, Nagara Temple Architecture, Vishnu, Architecture, Temples of India, Vamana Temple, Temple, and 10th - 11th Century CE
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Dr Nikita Rathore
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Chittorgarh
Date Uploaded:: 29-05-2024
Date Modified:: 29-05-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

6. The Vamana avatar of Vishnu

Description:: Vamana is depicted as a dwarf with a potbelly in the Vamana Temple. He had four arms which are all broken presently. He is heavily bejewelled and wears a long vanamala (forest flowers garland). He is accompanied by six attendants who can be seen at the bottom. There are two more figures on his sides, near his arms. Notably, miniature niches at the top of the sculpture house representations of the Hindu trinity; Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesha.
Keyword:: Baroli, Vishnu, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Pratihara, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Ganesha, Shiva, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, 10th - 11th Century CE, Jodhpur Circle, Architecture, Temples of India, Nagara Temple Architecture, Vamana Temple, and Temple
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Dr Nikita Rathore
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Chittorgarh
Date Uploaded:: 29-05-2024
Date Modified:: 29-05-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

7. Temple 8 in the Baroli group of temples dedicated to Ganesha

Description:: Temple 8 in the Baroli group of temples is a small temple dedicated to Ganesha and faces south. The temple has a garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) and a small kapili. The shikhara (superstructure) of the temple has collapsed.
Keyword:: Baroli, Jodhpur Circle, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Pratihara, Chittorgarh, Temples of India, Ganesha, Shiva, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, Vamana Temple, Vishnu, Architecture, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Nagara Temple Architecture, Temple, and 10th - 11th Century CE
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Dr Nikita Rathore
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Chittorgarh
Date Uploaded:: 29-05-2024
Date Modified:: 29-05-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

8. Depiction of a male figure on the Torana

Description:: The male figure on one of the pillars of the torana (ornamental gateway) depicts a standing male figure standing with folded hands near his chest. This figure is likely a deity as he wears a crown and heavy jewellery and has a mark on his chest commonly found on Jaina deities. His charming visage features raised eyebrows, a mustache, and a beard.
Keyword:: Ganesha, Vamana Temple, Baroli, Temples of India, Rawatbhata, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Ghateshwar Temple, Pratihara, Architecture, Sadashiva Temple, Vishnu, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Jodhpur Circle, Rajasthan, 10th - 11th Century CE, Temple, Shiva, and Nagara Temple Architecture
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Dr Nikita Rathore
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Chittorgarh
Date Uploaded:: 29-05-2024
Date Modified:: 29-05-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

9. Sadashiva Temple (Temple 4) of Cluster 2 of the Temple Complex

Description:: The Sadashiva Temple has a pitha (a small platform) and a vedibandha (basal mouldings), consisting of khura, kumbha (pot-shaped), kalasha (a pitcher), antarapattika (recesses between moulding), and kapotapalika (cyma recta moulding). The jangha (wall) is plain but adorned with a central horizontal band of kirtimukha (face of glory). The superstructure of the temple is of the latina style (mono-spired).
Keyword:: Ganesha, Vamana Temple, Baroli, Temples of India, Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Ghateshwar Temple, Pratihara, Shiva, Sadashiva Temple, Vishnu, Nagara Temple Architecture, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Jodhpur Circle, Rajasthan, 10th - 11th Century CE, Rawatbhata, Architecture, and Chittorgarh
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Dr Nikita Rathore
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Chittorgarh
Date Uploaded:: 29-05-2024
Date Modified:: 29-05-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

10. Four-armed Shiva on the lintel of the doorframe

Description:: The lintel of the doorframe depicts a seated, four-armed Shiva at the centre. On the proper right of the torana (ornamental gateway), a three-faced Brahma is shown standing, folding hands in veneration. On the other side, Vishnu is shown standing, holding a gaya (mace) and a chakra (discus) in his upper hands, while his front arms are joined in anjali hasta, in veneration to Shiva. Between these three divine figures, four horizontal bands are carved depicting gandharvas (celestial musicians), devotees, and ascetics worshipping the linga. At the topmost band, on the proper right side, matrikas (mother goddesses) are depicted along with Ganesha, while on the proper left side, navagrahas (nine planets) are represented.
Keyword:: Ganesha, Rajasthan, Baroli, Temples of India, Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Ghateshwar Temple, Pratihara, Architecture, Sadashiva Temple, Vishnu, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Jodhpur Circle, Vamana Temple, 10th - 11th Century CE, Rawatbhata, Shiva, and Nagara Temple Architecture
Creator:: Temples of India Project Team
Contributor:: Dr Nikita Rathore
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Publisher:: Jio Institute
Location:: Chittorgarh
Date Uploaded:: 29-05-2024
Date Modified:: 29-05-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

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7. Temple 8 in the Baroli group of temples dedicated to Ganesha

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