Abstract: | The early medieval temple of Baroli, on the banks of the Chambal and 30 miles southwest of Kotah, was built -- according to legend -- by Raja Hoon, the Paramara king of Chandravati. The main shrine, dedicated to Shiva, has a carved shikhara. Beyond it is an enormous mandapa supported by decorative pillars, and a square structure called Sringar Chowrie. The four smaller shrines dedicated to Devi, Mahesh Murti, Narada, and Ganesha have little sculpture Source of Abstract: Provided by Publisher |