Pinjari Temple Ruins

India / Uttar Pradesh / Kurawali /
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Here the ruins of a collapsed temple built in lime-conglomerate(kankar-slab)were found lying under the cover of dense bushes and creepers. The ruins survived upto the plinth level suggested that on plan the temple had a sanctum chamber and a 'mandapa'.

The detached and fallen architectural members datable to circa eighth-ninth century AD, namely the huge 'amalaka' and the 'bhumi amalas' indicated that this was built in 'nagara sikhara' style.
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Coordinates:   27°26'32"N   79°2'21"E
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