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Title: SHAPE AND GEOMETRY OF ORISSAN TEMPLE ARCHITECTURE
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Keywords: TEMPLE ARCHITECTURE;SOCIOCULTURE;NAGARA STYLE;ORISSAN TEMPLES
Issue Date: 2012
Abstract: This dissertation focuses on the study of the Orissan Hindu Temple. There has been done a lot of research in Orissan Hindu Temple Architecture, Still many aspects of this subject are unexplored. This study has attempted to collect all the research that has been taking on in this field, and possibly contribute to the current knowledge through a shape and geometrical analysis of Orissan Hindu Temple architecture. However the Indian temples are not only the abode of God and place of worship, but temples are also the cradle of knowledge, art, architecture and culture. The practices and traditions of temples exist not only in history but also in present time which greatly influence the sociocultural life of its people and gives continuity to traditional Indian values. However, unlike the western architecture, the evolution of Indian temple architecture is marked by a strict adherence to the original ancient models that were derived from religious consideration-and that continued over many centuries with the use of the basic proportion and rigid forms of the early temples. Especially in Orissa, the temple architecture as also known as Kalingan Style or Orissan style of temple architecture. As these Orissan temples are considered as north indian style or the Nagara style but they have some unique features that separate from northern style. There built structures are considered as the devotional typr of architecture throughout the Orissa. Hence this dissertation aims to present a dimensional study of Orissan temples taken from different time periods and their comparison with other Orissan styles of temples respectively for the various assessments of the temples. To fulfill the main aim of this dissertation some objective has been employed as they are 1. To study the various phases of evolution of Orissan Temple Architecture. 2. To study the elements of Orissan Temple Architecture. 3. To conduct field/ visual Surveys to document the temple forms. 4. To analyses the Orissan Temple Architecture forms to identify its evolutionary process by conducting • Dimensional relationship between elements • With relation to vastu purusha mandala • Fractal geometry analysis • Visual analysis The scope and Study of this dissertation is limited to shape and geometrical aspects of Orissan Temple Architecture. For the entire thesis a methodology has been adopted which describe the entire thesis procedure and compilation. Form the very beginning it has been collected the literature from different sources which describe the geometrical aspects of temples and their inter-relationship. Various sources like Mansara, Mayamata & Orissan temple there are many treatise as Bhusan Pradipa, silpa Ratnakar, Vastu Sastra Upanishad, Silpa Sarini, Silpa Prakash, Padma Kesari, Deul Mapagunagara, Bhusana Prakash, Soudhkagama etc. and also some eminent temples books of Percy Brown and Stella Karmisch and many journals like Orissa Review etc. helped a lot for such kind of thesis. A visual and dimensional survey has been conducted and collected some drawing from archaeological survey of India Orissa chapter for the various analysis assessments. Analysis including dimensional analysis, relation with vastu purusha mandala, and some visual analysis has done as a part of methodology. After analysis major findings and scope for further research has included in the final report compilation. Literature Study The main elements of the typical Orissan temple are Rekha Deul, Jagamohana, the Natyamandapa and the Bhogamandapa which further divided into sub-parts that explains its shape and geometry. The transformation of the Orissan Temple can be described through time periods like Formative Phase, Transitional Phase, Mature Phase and the Phase of Decadence. Different phases explained how the elements of Orissan temples have changed with respect to time. The typical shape and geometry of Orissan temple architecture can be explained by temple forms, fractals geometry behind the temple elements, symbolism of basic geometrical forms and the cosmology behind the temple form and its elements. Case Studies All the temples have some geometrical rules and proportion. Since none of the Orissan temple has been analysed on the basis of shape and geometrical parameter hence, following temples has been studied from different styles of temple architecture. In study of Chika Mahakut, it has been found that the elements of this temple are well arranged with the basis fundamental shapes like squares and its derivation of geometry and having inter-relation to each other with a certain proportion in different parts in plan form which inspire to study further on Orissan temple shape and geometry. After study the simple geometry in the Chika Mahakut, the complex geometrical relationship has been studied in the Durga Temple Aihole. In this temple many complex derivation of squares to triangle and circles forms temples in different proportion has been found and its relationship with the different plan forms of the temple When there is no such xxiv measured drawing available for analysis of temple form, then other methods are adopted. In Kandariya Mahadev temple, Khajuraho, Kin Trivedi has tried to explain the geometry through box counting method and temple derivation from fractal geometry. From the case study it has been found that, there are various methods to analyse the shape and geometry of temple architecture. So, author has tried to analyse the shape and geometry of Orissan temples through dimensional analysis, with vastu purusha Mandala and fractal geometry. Research Design After case study a research design forms which includes, the sampling procedure, design of survey schedule, primary and secondary data. The collection of data's through primary and secondary sources has been collected, finalised and the architectural characteristics has been inferred. Selection of temple from a number of temples has been simplified by the arranging them through their date of construction. As from the literature it has been finalised that Orissan temple have distinguished four different phases and according to them elements of temples varies from time to time. There is another process has been conducted as the temples were built from different regions and have some different quality of appearance. When plotted the temples location on the physical map available it has been found that the major temples of Formative phase are found on the central Orissa, the Transition Phase in coastal Orissa region, the Mature Phase in southern and northern Orissa and the phase of decadence temples in eastern costal and western Orissa. That means present Orissa have all parts rich of Orissan temple architecture form and culture. It has been observed that many temple complexes have mixed phases due to time of construction from different kingdom to different. Hence the selection of sample that has been collected in different phases are as three in number in formative phase, three in transition phase, two in mature phase and four from the phase of decadence, the uninformative of the analysis. Shape and Geometrical Analysis This dissertation covers mainly analysis of three kinds as they are 1. Analysis based on dimensional study 2. Analysis with vastu purusha mandala 3. Fractal geometrical analysis 4. Visual analysis In the analysis based on dimensional analysis, it has been analyzed the different elements with respect to time period. They are like plan area ratio of the temples, means the total built-up area vs. Total wall area of the temple, temple height Vs. phases of Orissan xxv temple architecture and slenderness ratio vs. the phases of Orissan temple. All these three analyses explain the structural behavior of the temples which stand for centuries. Different analysis like the relationship between the areas and lengths of different halls explains the mass and proportion of the overall temple forms. Different analysis of elemental heights of different halls explains the proportion of the temples in its own parts with other parts of the halls...........
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The architecture dissertation takes you on a ride where you are questioning what exists, and you are the one to address and answer what you want to change or architecturally contribute to. While brainstorming the architectural topic, you need to be very composed about your interests and aspirations. In this process, being integral with ongoing living trends and contextual issues will lead you towards making your architecture dissertation relevant and impactful. Here are a few categories to help you choose your design forte and then sink into the hustle and celebrate the phase of your architecture dissertation.

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As per the categories below is the list of architecture dissertation topics:  

1. Co-living Housing ( Residential Architecture )

In the age where earning a living is of more priority than living in families, co-living spaces are here to stay. Co-living housing schemes, not only encourage sharing space, but also sharing culture, social life, and philosophy even across generations. This design topic has the scope of uplifting the work from home culture and offering affordable ideas which respond to the collective lifestyle.  

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2. Multi-functional Urban Squares ( Urban Architecture )

With the increasing population, the world faces land scarcity and a rise in concrete jungles. But some places have been solving this problem by introducing multi-functional urban squares. Thus, while accommodating urban facilities, this concept also offers recreational facilities. The topic allows fulfilling the urban requirement with shades of green in the cityscape.  

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3. Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) Design (Transportation Architecture)

Urban cities with efficient transit systems develop quickly in terms of technology and economy. Architecture dissertation for mass transit challenges one to dictate movements of city residents through designing it to be less chaotic and more engaging. Along with technological aspects, one can instigate environment-friendly public transport proposals.

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4. Waste Management Center ( Industrial Architecture )

An increase in urban population led to an increase in urban waste, which is not treated well in cities. An architecture dissertation in waste management could be a game-changer for rethinking urban environments to be sustainable. It grants exposure to materials that can be recycled or reused and also towards the scale, acoustics, and circulation around the machines installed for waste management.

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5. Community Center ( Public Architecture )

Community centers often are the result of the empathetic need in society. Architecture has always amazed society with its contribution to community development. Not only in rural areas but also in the urban vicinity we live requires such centers to address the mental health of urban dwellers. It is a context-driven topic where one can showcase their sensibility towards neglected social issues of any observed region.

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6. Redefining Hotels and Resorts (Hospitality Architecture)

Hotel Architecture has been initiated to become the face of the city and reflects nuances of the city culture, history, and style. Hospitality has always been a diverse concept, from greeting to offering meals, and architecture has magnificently contributed to constantly adapting this diversity. This kind of architecture dissertation topic confronts one to be pitch-perfect in the functional planning and circulation of spaces and at the same time create a statement design.

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7. Temple Complex of the Future (Religious Architecture)

The temple architecture involves ample customs and traditional beliefs while considering the hierarchy of spaces. Such topics evoke a sense of narration to remodel the temples that will be as captivating in the future as they are today. Hence, to design for the religious activities performed today and fathom the design response of future cohorts is the gap to be bridged.

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8. Retracing the Identity of Crematorium (Public Architecture)

The death phenomenon has always been dark and desolate, and crematoriums reflect this with utmost peculiarity. Although, along with time, the idea of death has transformed quite spiritually, and there is a rising need to imprint that intangibility in the tangible space of cremations. This topic challenges to mold human perspectives towards life and death by attempting to retrace them.   

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9.  Eco-Museum (Cultural Architecture)

Lately, museums have evolved in varied typologies from general science-art-history museums to an intervention of Virtual Reality in the museums. However, eco-museums encourage observation and learning of the social, cultural, and natural ties of the place and the people and highlight sensitivity towards the welfare of the ecosystem. This typology of architecture dissertation attempts to connect with the visitors through awareness activities expanding the community distantly.

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10. Revitalizing Local Markets (Commercial Architecture) 

Markets are a place of constant engagement and community encounters. Analyzing markets post-pandemic, one can sense the need to organize these congestions. Thus, while designing a market, it is essential to adapt to the current needs, achieve a sustainable design, and recreate engagement. 

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11. Animal Shelter and Veterinary Care ( Healthcare Architecture )

While we are busy designing for our needs, being thoughtful for the ecosystem is equally crucial. The architecture dissertation dedicated to natural life around us apart from fulfilling the never-ending demands of humans’ could direct towards eco-sensitive design. The animal habitats are not something they can compromise on, and when they need to be treated by veterans, they face difficulties with the environment around them.

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12. Urban Campus (Educational Architecture)

Urban campus weaves itself into the urban fabric such that the students coming from distant places feel a part of the city. They aim to offer distinctive curricular experiences through providing spaces to learn, work, play, and integrate themselves into fun learning. This topic liberates you to plan a wide range of functional spaces like R&D labs, libraries, cultural areas, cafes, canteens, etc., and integrate themselves to create a vibrant and energetic environment.

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13. Reinventing Villages (Residential Architecture)

Rural development scouts to create affordable and sustainable living conditions for the residents. They lead a simple life with contentment and vulnerability towards nature. In response, recreating vernacular housing and providing them with basic amenities like health and sanitation, educational and communal facilities, electricity, and gas supply with proper maintenance could fulfill Gandhiji’s ideal village initiative. 

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14. Disaster Relief Housing (Residential Architecture)

Disaster Relief calls for emergent architecture during natural calamities or even wars or terror attacks. Such a dissertation topic requires crisp research on building materials that can be prefabricated, recyclable, easily available, and assembled at such times. This topic is not limited to modular buildings and can innovate for concentration camps to resolve the issue. 

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The basic idea of India’s heritage, which has endured since remote antiquity despite subsequent acculturation, is the maintenance of a unified sensibility in the search for wholeness and interrelationships among matter, life, and mind. In this regard a theory of archetypal transformation of the celestial realm (macrocosm), on the earth as the visual and experienced reflection (mesocosm), and down to the individual temple or body symbolism (microcosm), has been developed by Indian seers. In a harmonic balance between nature and humanity a close interconnection between all three realms is maintained. Such thought processes provide the essence of the ethics behind the development and maintenance of India’s heritage, for which the Indian Hindi term dharohara, which is derived from ‘the mother earth’ (dhara), and ‘endeavour of identity through time’ (Ihara), is explained in terms of roots, and ‘our’ ‘deep’ glories of the past, a concept of heritage which is a way of viewing the past and its association with places (Ashworth, 1996: 1). Thus ancient sites, monuments and antiquities are, symbolically, the places of learning, and ‘repositories of knowledge about former understanding of our planet and our relationship with it’ (Devereux, 1990: 54). In a broad sense such heritage refers to the places where the spirit of [End of p. 101] nature and culture meet, and are additionally symbolised and maintained by people’s attachment to rituals performed there. In this way territory is conceived as a temple and the whole landscape converges into the sacred landscape, a process which may also be explained through landscape geometry. In the past these places attracted people aiming to share and experience the power possessed therein, resulting in the growth of settlement and the development of cities whose economic and administrative functions encompassed the promotion of heritage and its maintenance, articulated through the rite of pilgrimage.

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Mustansir Dalvi , Smita Dalvi

"through a culture of the common folk, despite diverse beliefs and practices. Towns here did not form seats of power, but derived sustenance from trade. Through patronage from influential families, religious architecture was built all along the coast. The Konkan’s sacred architecture is not monumental or iconic, but contemplative, urbane and self-similar. Temples, mosques, derasars, agiarys or synagogues all fit snugly within an urban exterior. These places are functional objects for reverence, not image-builders for any community. This sameness represents the cosmopolitanism seen in Konkan society over centuries, consolidated by an inter-changeability of surnames, clothes, food habits, rituals and the Marathi language, whether by Brahmins, Kolis, Bohras, Parsees, Jains or Jews. The authors have identified such non-monumental places of worship as valuable local heritage in a project done for the MMRDA’s (Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority) Heritage Conservation Committee. New developments like the new town of Navi Mumbai have brought an influx of wealth that finds expression in a desire for the monumental. Sacred sites are now ‘ground zero’, for the ‘taamir’ of mosques and the ‘jirnoddhar’ of temples has led to the dismantling of several domestic scaled buildings, replaced by monumental shikharas, minarets or domes, all built in reinforced concrete, expressing a larger-than-life semantic. It is ironical that this change emanates from the community itself. The change is not self-reflexive, but mainly aspirational. Different communities that, until today, existed in urban cohesiveness, now seek an individual religious identity. Dismantling the self-similar signals a decosmopolitanization, with the creation of a new urban image- of skylines identifying religious landmarks different from one another. The authors have mapped out causes for this transformation and proposed ways of maintaining continuity of this unique cosmopolitan tradition." PRASHAD, D. (2006). New architecture and urbanism: development of Indian traditions. New Delhi, INTBAU India.

Religious heritage as a religious properties and sacred places can be an integral part of larger ensembles, such as historic cities, cultural landscapes and natural sites. Religion had played a role for controlling power in Indian monarchy in the ancient past, and in contemporary India too it played a role in the formation of religious nationalism and corporate identity of religious heritage, through commonly using processions, pilgrimage, religious assemblies, religious fairs (melā), and visit to sacred places. Situated on the right bank of Ghaghara River (Sarayu), Ayodhya is primarily an ancient tirtha (riverfront sacredscapes) and salvific city that has settlement continuity since at least ca 800BCE. Ayodhya is the sacred place not only for Hindus, but also to other religions of India, like the Jainism, Buddhism, Sikhs, and Islam (Muslims). In Hindu mythologies it is described as the birthplace of Lord Rama, a major deity of Vaishnavite group. Ayodhya records a number of rituals, festivities, pilgrimages journeys and important ancient temples, river ghats (stairways and bathing places), holy tanks, holy wells, and holy ponds and their aesthetic qualities and heritage values; those are the representative grandeur of art and tangible and intangible heritage values of the city. Presently around 1.9 million pilgrims pay visit to Ayodhya every year on various religious occasions. Now, most of the religious heritage sites and monuments are dilapidating and are in abandoning condition in lack of rational and viable conservation and preservation strategy, good administration management, and lack of people awareness and their involvement. The present paper deals the historical and cultural development of the heritage-sacred city of Ayodhya and examines the strategies in process for the future development, taking into consideration the National programmes of HRIDAY and PRASAD, and development of pilgrimage sites. Keywords: Religious heritage, cultural landscapes, riverfront sacredscape, pilgrimage.

Kapila D. Silva, (ed.) The Routledge Handbook on Historic Urban Landscapes of the Asia-Pacific. London & New York: Routledge. Hbk ISBN: 9781138598256.

In this chapter, we explore the relationship between intangible cultural heritage and historic urban landscapes, using the ideas of heritage in the context of India. The basic concept of heritage in Indian context is referred as dharohara that projects and maintains roots and identities of cultural landscapes. This is further explained as ethical code of life. Taking in view UNESCO’s guidelines on the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH), the Indian concept of ICH is defined in terms of continuity of tradition, inclusiveness in making people’s social identity, cultural representation, and fellowship of community. Among 470 such ICH as defined by UNESCO, 13 exist in India; two of these – Rāmalīlā and Kuṁbha Melā – are associated with historic-holy cities of India and serves as nexus of the culture and urban space. The performances, activities and ongoing development strategies in these cities are befitting into the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) – the 2030 Agenda/Target 11.4 that emphasizes preservation, protection and conservation of national and cultural heritage, taking in view the local conditions, policies and orientation. We specifically focus on the case studies of two historic-holy cities, Varanasi and Ayodhya (Fig. 16.1), illustrated with Rāmalīlās and pilgrimage circuits and associated rituals, to justify the validity of ICH as resource for development of historical urban landscapes and shaping of sustainable heritage city system. Under the mission of two ‘heritage-development’ programmes of HRIDAY and PRASAD, the government of India has already been operating such measures in historic-heritage cities, with strong vision that such heritage-inclusive development would serve as catalyst for the fulfilment of the SDGs and national strategies of development of historic urban landscape in the purview of making them vibrant and liveable centres of global harmony, spiritual awakening, peace and deeper understanding.

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