Prelims · 1 Ancient & Medieval India · 1.5.1 Ancient art and architecture

1.5.1.5 Pallava and Chalukya monuments: Mahabalipuram, Kanchi, Aihole, Badami and Pattadakal

The Pallavas moved from rock-cut caves to monolithic rathas to structural temples at Mahabalipuram and Kanchi, while the Chalukyas experimented with every form at Aihole, Badami and Pattadakal.

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Key terms

  • Mahabalipuram
  • Pancha Rathas
  • Shore Temple
  • Descent of the Ganga
  • Kailasanatha Kanchi
  • Vaikuntha Perumal
  • Aihole
  • Durga temple
  • Badami caves
  • Pattadakal
  • Virupaksha

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