History of Indian and Eastern Architecture v1.c19.s5.40

v1.c19.s5.40

Like all the early Dravidian shrines, it is built of very large blocks of stone closely jointed and without any cement. The representation of the south elevation in Woodcut No. 205, will convey a better idea than any description of the style and appearance of the structure which, though dilapidated, is still a striking and imposing example of the class. The base is elaborately carved; in large panels in the walls are numerous representations of Siva in various forms, and of other gods; and the horseshoe arch is as abundantly represented as in a Buddhist temple.