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What is Himalayan Temple Architecture Styles about?

1) A unique form of temple architecture developed in the Himalayan regions of northern India due to geographical and historical influences. 2) This architecture was influenced by the Gandhara style from Taxila and Peshawar, as well as Gupta and post-Gupta traditions from places like Sarnath and Mathura. It also incorporated local wooden building traditions. 3) Key features included peaked, sloping roofs to withstand snow, moderate ornamentation, and temples sometimes built in pagoda or tank-island style

Author
Akshay Salwe
Language
EN