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- The rangamandapa (open type of pillared hall) has revealed a few small inscriptions, one of which can be seen in the projected area on the west. The inscription is found on the moulding that serves as the base for the pillars.
- Keyword:
- Baroli, Vishnu, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Architecture, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Ganesha, Shiva, Nagara temple architecture, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, Temple, Jodhpur Circle, Pratihara, Temples of India, 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:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
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- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- Description:
- The Ghateshwar Temple consists of a garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum), antarala (vestibule or antechamber) and a mukhamandapa (front porch) on plan. There is a rangamandapa (an open type of pillared hall used for ceremonial rituals) in front of the temple on the same axis. Both mandapas (pillared hall) feature a phamsana shikhara (pyramidal superstructure) while the garbhagriha has a latina shikhara (mono-spired superstructure).
- Keyword:
- Ganesha, Vamana Temple, Baroli, Temples of India, Rawatbhata, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Ghateshwar Temple, Pratihara, Shiva, Sadashiva Temple, Vishnu, Nagara temple architecture, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Jodhpur Circle, Rajasthan, 10th - 11th Century CE, Temple, and Architecture
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Chittorgarh
- Date Uploaded:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- Description:
- The Ghateshwar Temple is part of a group of eight temples known as the Baroli group of temples. There are two clusters in the complex. The first cluster is situated near the present entrance to the complex, provided by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). The second cluster which includes the Ghateshwar Temple, is situated at the backside of the complex. A causeway leads to the second cluster from where a glimpse of the Ghateshwar Temple can be seen.
- Keyword:
- Ganesha, Vamana Temple, 10th - 11th Century CE, Temples of India, Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Ghateshwar Temple, Pratihara, Shiva, Sadashiva Temple, Vishnu, Nagara temple architecture, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Jodhpur Circle, Rajasthan, Baroli, Rawatbhata, and Architecture
- Creator:
- Temples of India Project Team
- Contributor:
- Dr Nikita Rathore
- Owner:
- tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
- Publisher:
- Jio Institute
- Location:
- Chittorgarh
- Date Uploaded:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- Description:
- The west pediment on the shikhara (superstructure) of the separate rangamandapa (an open type of pillared hall used for ceremonial rituals) depicts the trinity. At the centre, Shiva is depicted in his Bhairava form, flanked by Vishnu on his right and Brahma on his left side. There are two other gods, one on each end. The trinity is shown seated while the other two gods are shown standing. A six-armed Bhairava is shown holding his multiple attributes and his aggressive aspect is shown through his fangs. A four-armed Vishnu is shown with his attributes, seated on Garuda and Bramha is also shown seated, holding his attributes. The other two gods are also four-armed and hold their respective attributes.
- Keyword:
- Baroli, Jodhpur Circle, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Pratihara, Chittorgarh, Temples of India, Ganesha, Shiva, Nagara temple architecture, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, Vamana Temple, Vishnu, Architecture, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), 10th - 11th Century CE, 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:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- Description:
- The rangamandapa (an open type of pillared hall used for ceremonial rituals) consists of a large number of heavy, ornately carved pillars that support the ceiling. The mandapa (pillared hall) has small projections and kakshasana (seat backs) on all four sides. The east and west sides of the mandapa are open, allowing entry. A pediment at the base of the pyramidal roof is filled with the figures of gods and goddesses.
- Keyword:
- Baroli, Jodhpur Circle, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Pratihara, Chittorgarh, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Ganesha, Shiva, Nagara temple architecture, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, 10th - 11th Century CE, Vishnu, Architecture, Temples of India, 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:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- Description:
- The pediment of the rangamandapa’s (open type of pillared hall) shikhara (superstructure) depicts other gods, including Surya and Vishnu. A standing figure of Surya and Vishnu can be seen on the pediment. A bejewelled Surya holds fully bloomed flowers in his two arms. The four-armed Vishnu is holding his respective weapons with one of his hands in varadahasta (boon-giving gesture) in which he holds an akshamala (rosary). Both deities are flanked by female figures.
- Keyword:
- Baroli, Jodhpur Circle, Ghateshwar Temple, Mahishasuramardini Temple, Sadashiva Temple, Architecture, Chittorgarh, Temples of India, Ganesha, Shiva, Nagara temple architecture, Rawatbhata, Rajasthan, Temple, Vishnu, Pratihara, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), 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:
- 30-05-2024
- Date Modified:
- 30-05-2024
- Rights Statement Tesim:
- In Copyright
- Resource Type:
- Image
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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