Manasara Series (I. A Dictionary of Hindu Architecture; II. Indian Architecture according to Manasara-Shilpashastra; III. Manasara on Architecture and Sculpture: Sanskrit Text; IV. Architecture of Manasara: Translation; V. Architecture of Manasara: Illustrations; VI. Hindu Architecture in India and Abroad; VII. An Encyclopaedia of Hindu Architecture) v7.c47.5729

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Further, the general features of all kinds of buildings are described in the chapter (XVIII) which is named Vimāna: The general comparative measures of different storeys are given (*ibid.*, 12–91). The three styles, namely, Nāgara, Drāviḍa, and Vesara are described (lines 92–113). These styles are distinguished generally by the shapes of the stūpis (domes), which are next described (lines 114–171). A special account of the lūpās (pent-roofs) which are apparently very characteristic features of all buildings is given (lines 171–278). Mukha-bhadras (front porticoes or tabernacles) are also characteristic features of all buildings, large or small, and they are described in detail (279 f.). Spires (stūpi-kīlas) are also described (lines 144–171, 354-417).