History of Technology in India, Vol. I: From Antiquity to c. 1200 A.D. v1.c31.3

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Normally a well-settled, firm and hard site was selected for the temple construction after carefully examining its geological composition and physical configuration by putting the ground to several tests for its stability, compactness and proper slope. A rocky and elevated site always received the first preference since it did not need any deep foundation.