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\nBuilding ‘Kalyaana Mandapas’ (ceremonial halls, often used for divine marriages) within temple complexes was a particularly notable and distinctive feature of temple architecture that flourished under the Vijayanagara Empire (14th-16th centuries) in South India.
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\nThe Kalyaana Mandapa is a characteristic architectural element of Vijayanagara temples, showcasing elaborate pillars and sculptures.
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\nWhile mandapas were part of temple architecture in various periods, the scale, prominence, and decorative richness of Kalyaana Mandapas reached their zenith during the Vijayanagara period. Dynasties like the Chalukyas, Chandelas, and Rashtrakutas had their own distinct architectural styles, but the Kalyaana Mandapa as a central, elaborate feature is most strongly associated with Vijayanagara.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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