Explanation:

HINDU TEMPLES

• Shikhara is a vital element of Hindu temples in both north and south India. They are miniature temple towers placed one on top of the other.

 Major elements of Hindu temple architecture are:

• Grabhagriha : where the idol is placed

• Mandapa: pillared hall which lies in front of Garbhagriha

• Ardhmandapa: lies next to mandapa

• Antarala: joins Garbhagriha and Mandapa

• Pradakshinapatha: it is a gallery which surrounds Garbhagriha.

NAGARA
Features

• Square Garbhagriha

• Tapering Shikharas 
Examples:
• Khajuraho temple complex built by Chandellas.

• Jagannath temple in Puri

• Sun temple in Konark built by Narsimha Deva 1.

• Jain temple at Dilwara

• Lingaraj temple at Bhubaneshwara