Minerals and Metals in Ancient India v1.c27.s3.2

v1.c27.s3.2

Iron clamps and beams were extensively used in the joining of long projecting cornices and roof-stones of the magnificent temple at Bhubaneśwar, constructed around AD 640. Beams of quite large dimensions have been found in the temple of Jagannath at Puri (built in the 12th century AD) — both in the main and the garden temple (Gundichā Bādi). As many as 239 iron beams have been counted; these range up to 17 ft in length and 6" x 4" or 5" x 6" inches in cross-section.