Pallava art and architecture represent an early stage of Dravidian architecture which blossomed to its fullest extent under the Chola Dynasty. The first stone and mortar temples of South India were constructed during Pallava rule and were based on earlier brick and timber prototypes.

The Pallava dynasty existed from 275 CE to 897 CE, ruling a significant portion of the Deccan, also known as Tondaimandalam. The Pallavas played a crucial role in shaping in particular southern Indian history and heritage.

2016年5月7日 · Kailasanathar Temple is best building created during the reign of Pallava King Narsimhamvaraman. This temple is one of the most beautiful temples in India which has well balanced sculptures like a jewel box. This temple is important for historic point of view because:

Pallava Architecture marks emergence of earliest Dravidian style of temples. Rock-cut structures of Mahabalipuram are best examples of Pallava Architecture.

2024年12月7日 · Evolution: Pallava architecture progressively evolved from rock-cut temples to monolithic rathas, and finally, it gave way to structural temples. The evolution of Pallava architecture can be divided into four different stages or styles, viz. Mahendra Style, Mamalla Style, Rajasimha Style, Nandivarman Style.

2024年10月7日 · During Pallava rule, the first stone and mortar temples of South India were built, based on earlier brick and timber prototypes. The Pallava kings were generous patrons of art and architecture. During their reign, long free-standing temples appeared in South India, which had previously been lacking.

2019年5月16日 · The Pallava's own sculptural history at Vaikuntaperumal temple depicts their ancestral roots to the Gods Vishnu and Brahma. The Pallavas were a progressive lot, built broad roads, promoted the arts, and they constructed solid …

2023年10月9日 · Between the seventh and ninth centuries, south peninsular India experienced a cultural renaissance, resulting from the extensive patronage of a powerful dynasty, the Pallavas. Discover their unique contributions to the arts and literature of the time, which led to the creation of a new, Dravidian idiom of temple architecture in South Asia.

2024年11月20日 · Pallava architecture represents the transition from rock-cut temples to stone-built temples. The earliest examples of Pallava art are rock-cut temples from the 7th century AD, while later examples are structural temples from the 8th and 9th centuries.

2023年10月13日 · The Pallava dynasty’s architectural contributions left a lasting impact on South Indian temple architecture, influencing later dynasties and styles. Their unique blend of rock-cut and structural temple construction techniques, intricate sculptures, and emphasis on detailed ornamentation remain iconic features of South Indian temple architecture.