jan 1, 925 - Hoysala Style

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Developed by Hoysala ruler of Dwarasamudra
1) Known for Stellate/ Star shaped ground plan
2) Made from Black-Grey Calcite stone, which is suitable for sculpting
3) Structures of Exterior walls based on Hindu Mythology
4) Decoration of inside walls based on geometrical hindu designs.
5) Flat roof created on Garbhagriha, sometimes star shaped shikhar also created

ex. Hoysaleshwar Halebid
Channakeshava Temple, Belur
Doda-Bassappa temple, Dambal

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