Deula

Simplified schema of a Kalinga architecture temple

A deula is a shrine in an Odishan temple in India.[1]

Etymology

The word "deula" in Oriya language means a building structure built with a particular style that is seen in most of the temples from Odisha. Some times the whole temple is called Deula. There are three types of Deulas:[2]

Rekha Deula

Lingaraja temple, example of a "shikhara deula".

Rekha in Oriya means a straight line. It is a tall building with a shape of sugar loaf, looking like a Shikhara. It covers and protects the sanctum sanctorum (Garbhagriha). Examples :

Pidha Deula

Konark Sun Temple, example of a "pitha deula".

It is a square building with a pyramid-shaped roof, like the vimanas. For the halls or service rooms of the temple. Examples

Khakhara deula

Baitala Deula example of a "khakara deula".

Khakara deula is a rectangular building with a truncated pyramid-shaped roof, like the gopuras. The name comes from Khakharu (=canteen (bottle)) because of the shape of the roof. The temples of the feminine deities as Shakti are temple of that type. Examples :

References

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