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Hindu temple

A Hindu temple, also known as a Mandir, Devasthanam, Pura, Kshetram, Ambalam or Kovil, is a sacred place where Hindus worship and show their devotion to deities through worship, sacrifice, and prayers. It is considered the house of the god to whom it is dedicated. Hindu temple architecture, which makes extensive use of squares and circles, has its roots…

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Historical development and destruction

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Forms and designs of Hindu temples

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related to Khmer Temples · 23
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related to Temple schools · 20
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