Write note on the development of Vijaynagar empire’s art.

1.	Write note on the development of Vijaynagar empire’s art.
Answer» The Vijaynagar rulers made praise worthy contributions to the development of architecture. Among the finest examples are the ‘Hazara temple’ built by Devarai II, and Vitthalswami temple’ built by Krishnadevarai. These temples are built in the Dravidian style of Chola period but with some special features. First of all, in every temple’s mandapa, an additional ‘Kalyan mandap’ is built. The second special feature is seen in ‘Amman Mandir’. This was a separate temple in which the deity was the wife of the god. Special emphasis was laid on the pillars of Gopurams and temples in their ornamentation. The diverse and intricate ornamentation of pillars is the most outstanding feature of Vijaynagar style of architecture.

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The Vijaynagar rulers made praise worthy contributions to the development of architecture. Among the finest examples are the ‘Hazara temple’ built by Devarai II, and Vitthalswami temple’ built by Krishnadevarai. These temples are built in the Dravidian style of Chola period but with some special features.

First of all, in every temple’s mandapa, an additional ‘Kalyan mandap’ is built. The second special feature is seen in ‘Amman Mandir’. This was a separate temple in which the deity was the wife of the god.

Special emphasis was laid on the pillars of Gopurams and temples in their ornamentation. The diverse and intricate ornamentation of pillars is the most outstanding feature of Vijaynagar style of architecture.

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