Image title: Figure 3. Sarngapani Temple

11. Does the temple Garbha Graham [Graha] have any special architecture?

A. The Garbha Graham [Graha] is shaped like a chariot. This is the unique feature.

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Kumbakonam is considered as one of the holiest places in Tamil Nadu and is known for its temples and Mathas (monasteries which were centres of Brahmanical learning). These photographs depict the connection between the sculptures in the temples and Natya Shastra and related texts dealing with iconography.