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Hosur means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
In Hinduism
Vastushastra (architecture)
Source: Shodhganga: Temples of Salem region Up to 1336 ADHosur is situated about 160kms from Salem. This is an important commercial town in Krishnagiri district. This town belonged to the territory ruled by Purvadhirajas, the feudatories of Hoysala king Ballala III. On top of a hillock in the heart of Hosur, is the Candracūdeśvara temple.
Vastushastra (वास्तुशास्त्र, vāstuśāstra) 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.
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Full-text: Candracudeshvara.
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