About Rekha style?

 

The Rekha style is a type of architectural style that is primarily found in temples in the northern and western parts of India. It is characterized by its tall, slender, and elongated spire, known as a "shikhara," which is surmounted by a large amalaka and a kalasha (a pot-like structure). The shikhara is typically adorned with intricate carvings and sculptures, and is a defining feature of the Rekha style.

The temples of Rekha style also have a mandapa which is a large hall that serves as an entrance to the main temple. The mandapa is usually supported by many pillars and has a flat roof.

In the Rekha style, the walls of the temples are usually plain and unadorned, with the decoration being concentrated on the shikhara and mandapa. The temples are also typically surrounded by large courtyards and gateways, with the temple itself being located at the back of the courtyard.

Examples of temples in the Rekha style include the Khajuraho temples, the Konark Sun Temple, and the Jagannath Temple in Puri.

It is important to note that the term "Rekha" is not a commonly used term in Indian architecture and it is not a well-established architectural style, the examples mentioned above are considered to be part of the Nagara style of architecture.

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The Rekha style of architecture is a style of temple architecture that is primarily found in the northern and western parts of India. It is characterized by its tall and slender towers, known as "shikharas," which are surmounted by a series of smaller towers and domes. The walls of these temples are typically adorned with intricate carvings and sculptures, and the temples often feature a mandapa, or porch, which is used for rituals and ceremonies.

The Rekha style also features a distinct use of latina-style shikharas, which are tall and slender towers that taper towards the top, and are often adorned with amalaka and kalasha, which are decorative elements typically found in Indian temple architecture. The shikharas are usually built in such a way that they are visible from a distance, which makes them a distinctive feature of the Rekha style.

The Konark Sun Temple, the Jagannath Temple, and the Mukteswara Temple are examples of Rekha style architecture.