Significance of Navamalika

Navamalika, according to Vastushastra, is identified as one of the temples within the Nishadha category. This categorization includes a group of four temples, each of significant cultural and religious importance. The concept of Navamalika emphasizes the architectural and spiritual significance of these temples, showcasing their vital role in the principles of Vastushastra.

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Hindu concept of 'Navamalika'

Hinduism Books

Navamalika in Hinduism signifies one of the four Nishadha category temples, highlighting its importance within the spiritual and architectural heritage of Hindu worship sites.

Significance in Vastushastra (architecture):
Vastushastra Books

(1) One of the temples within the four temples under the Nishadha category.[1]

Vastushastra refers to the ancient Indian science (shastra) of architecture (vastu), dealing with topics such architecture, sculpture, town-building, fort building and various other constructions. Vastu also deals with the philosophy of the architectural relation with the cosmic universe.