Discuss how the architecture of Vijayanagara and Nayak period was different from the one of Pallavas and Later Cholas. - Social Science

Discuss how the architecture of Vijayanagara and Nayak period was different from the one of Pallavas and Later Cholas.

Distinguish Between

S.No.	Vijayanagara and Nayak Period of architecture	Pallavas and Later cholas period of architecture
1.	The main features of Vijayanagar and Nayak architecture are decorated mandapas, ornamental pillars, life-size images, gopuras, prakaras, music pillars, floral works and stone windows during the 15th to 17th centuries.	The Pallava epoch witnessed a transition from rock-cut to free-standing temples. The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram was built by the Pallava king Narasimhavarman II.
2.	Tanks are attached to the temples. Gateways to temple are constructed from four directions with massive Gopurams.	The maturity attained by later chola architecture is reflected in the two magnificent temples of Thanjavur and Gangaikonda Cholapuram. Dharasuram is a later Chola period temple rich in architectural splendor, dedicated to Iravatheswara.

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Evaluation | Q VII. 2. | Page 123

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