Depiction of a Dikapala on the western wall of the Garbhagriha 公开 Deposited
On the western wall of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) of Shiva Temple 1, a dikapala (deities of the cardinal directions) is illustrated on the corner projection. This two-armed deity is portrayed with a khadga (sword) in his right hand while his left-hand rests on his thigh. Adorned with a crown and jewellery, the deity is accompanied by his vahana (mount), which is depicted at the base.
- Temples of India
- Jhalrapatan
- Vishnu
- Shiva
- Temple
- Kalika Devi or Navdurga Temple
- Chandravati Temples
- Built Heritage
- Nagara Temple Style
- Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Jaipur Circle
- Chandramoleshwar Mahadeva Temple
- 7th century to 10th century CE
- Jhalawar
- Rajasthan
- Sitaleshwar Temple
- Architecture
- Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
- Chandrabhaga River
- Jhalawar