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[[File:Varahi Devi Temple , Charasi, Charichak , Odisha.jpg|thumb|Rear lateral view of temple]] | [[File:Varahi Devi Temple , Charasi, Charichak , Odisha.jpg|thumb|Rear lateral view of temple]] | ||
Viewed from architectural point, the temple of Varahi in Chaurasi is the most beautiful monument in the Prachi Valley. This temple marks a significant deviation from the usual tradition of Rekha and the Bhadra type and exhibits a novel style which according to Orissan nomenclature is of ''[[Khakhara Deula|Khakhara]]'' or ''Gaurichara'' variety. The ground plan of it somewhat resembles that of the [[Baitala Deula]] in Bhubaneswar, but while the plan of the latter admits of no regular ratha protection, this temple presents a ''[[pancharatha]]'' type both in plan and construction.4 The Vimana is rectangular in cross section and with its elongated vaulted roof and other architectural features it resembles more with the Gauri temple of Bhubaneswar than with the Vaital temple. The vase of the Vimana measures 18 ft by 22 ft and height of it is 27 ft. The Jagamohana which is also rectangular in shape like that of the [[Parashurameshvara Temple|Parsuramesvara]] is a [[Pidha Deula|''pidha'']] temple with seven distinct tires of ''pidhas''. The walls of both the Vimana and Mohana are beautifully decorated with the figural and arabesque motifs and maintain a high order of balance and rhythm. | Viewed from architectural point, the temple of Varahi in Chaurasi is the most beautiful monument in the Prachi Valley. This temple marks a significant deviation from the usual tradition of Rekha and the Bhadra type and exhibits a novel style which according to Orissan nomenclature is of ''[[Khakhara Deula|Khakhara]]'' or ''Gaurichara'' variety. The ground plan of it somewhat resembles that of the [[Baitala Deula]] in Bhubaneswar, but while the plan of the latter admits of no regular ratha protection, this temple presents a ''[[pancharatha]]'' type both in plan and construction.4 The Vimana is rectangular in cross section and with its elongated vaulted roof and other architectural features it resembles more with the Gauri temple of Bhubaneswar than with the Vaital temple. The vase of the Vimana measures 18 ft by 22 ft and height of it is 27 ft. The Jagamohana which is also rectangular in shape like that of the [[Parashurameshvara Temple|Parsuramesvara]] is a [[Pidha Deula|''pidha'']] temple with seven distinct tires of ''{{transl|hi|pidhas}}''. The walls of both the Vimana and Mohana are beautifully decorated with the figural and arabesque motifs and maintain a high order of balance and rhythm. | ||
The noteworthy reliefs are found on a single board that surrounds the whole ''jagamohana'' just below the ''baranda'' where scenes from Ramayana such as killing of the illusory deer, the abduction of Sita, the murder of Jatayu, the uprooting of seven palm trees, the murder of Vali, the construction of the bridge over the sea are depicted with grace and precision. The majestic moulding, designs and carvings of the entire temple are found in remarkable varieties and profusion not being overdone and accentuated the singular beauty and richness of the monuments in a manner that was hitherto unknown in the Prachi Valley. | The noteworthy reliefs are found on a single board that surrounds the whole ''jagamohana'' just below the ''baranda'' where scenes from Ramayana such as killing of the illusory deer, the abduction of Sita, the murder of Jatayu, the uprooting of seven palm trees, the murder of Vali, the construction of the bridge over the sea are depicted with grace and precision. The majestic moulding, designs and carvings of the entire temple are found in remarkable varieties and profusion not being overdone and accentuated the singular beauty and richness of the monuments in a manner that was hitherto unknown in the Prachi Valley. | ||