The entrance of the antarala (vestibule or antechamber) of the Sitaleshwar Temple is distinguished by its four pillars that feature carvings that significantly differ from those of the mandapa (pillared hall), a later addition. The decorative patterns and carving style evoke similarities with the artistic style seen in Ajanta paintings. These pillars showcase intricate carvings of the purnaghata kalasha, from which beautiful foliage emerges, an auspicious motif that symbolizes abundance, growth, and prosperity.
The pillars of the mandapa (pillared hall) of the Sitaleshwar Temple reveal the presence of a few inscriptions. One of the inscriptions found in the mandapa is a small inscription of two lines.
Chandrabhaga is well-known for its artistic temples, with the Sitaleshwar Temple being the most prominent one. It is an east-facing temple. Despite having been damaged during an invasion, efforts were made to restore and repair the temples. The surviving portion of the Sitaleshwar Temple holds considerable importance, featuring a square garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum), antarala (vestibule or antechamber), and a mandapa (pillared hall).
Seen here is the rear view of the Sitaleshwar Temple in the Chandrabhaga temple complex. The jangha (wall) of the temple has bhadra (central projections or offsets) on all three sides that are comparatively larger than other temples of that period. While these once housed sculptures of deities, they are presently empty.
The plinth of the Sitaleshwar Temple has basal mouldings and jangha (wall) carved with bhadra (central offsets). The shikhara (superstructure) has collapsed, and presently, it has a flat roof with a small dome added later at the centre.
Some of the depictions on the pillars of the mandapa (pillared hall) of the Sitaleshwar Temple also feature worshippers and devotees. In one instance, there is a male figure standing with hands folded in reverence.
The ancient Chandrabhaga temples are located within a compound comprised of five temples, a Ganesha mandapa (pillared porch), several chhatris (memorials), a ghata (river bank), and numerous scattered sculptures. Chandrabhaga is also considered a tirtha (sacred pilgrimage site), where worshippers perform rituals and take baths. The entire complex falls under the protected monuments overseen by the Jaipur Circle of the Archaeological Survey of India.
The columns in the mandapa (pillared hall) of the Sitaleshwar Temple, a subsequent addition, feature various figures, including women, Shaiva ascetics, and dikapalas (gods of cardinal directions). The Shaiva ascetics are depicted, occasionally adorned with a substantial jatabhara (braided hairdo), sporting mustaches and long beards. They are presented with bare upper bodies, while the lower body is covered with a langot (a type of underclothes or loincloth).
The mandapa (pillared hall) of the Sitaleshwar Temple is square in design with a large number of pillars—26 in total, according to the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). The pillars are carved with purnaghata kalasha, an auspicious motif that symbolizes abundance, growth, and prosperity. The shafts of the pillars are carved with grassamukha (kirtimukha or face of glory) and chain motifs.