Guest guest Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 What language is that word from? The word " mukkalvattom " ? Etznab Kali_Ma , Sreejith <stnnetindia wrote: > > Hi all, >  > " Temples in Kerala have a distinct architecture of their own. Although there are many elements borrowed from the temples in other parts of the country, some aspects stand out on their own. > > A temple in Kerala is usually referred by the term 'ambalam,' 'kshetram' or occasionally 'tali.' The term used in the olden days was 'mukkalvattom.' The overall structure of the temple is simple, lacking the exquisite complexity of the temples belonging to the neighboring states. > > The central structure is the ‘shrikovil,’ the sanctum sanctorum housing the main deity. The sanctum sanctorum is usually aligned in the east-west direction. A path surrounds it, through which the devotees can walk around in a symbolic gesture of revering the deity.............. (more) " >  > my humble attempt to bring almost all temples in kerala in single web site. >  > http://thekeralatemples.googlepages.com >  > Hope its worth visiting a glance during your busy life schedule..... >  >  > Regards >  > Sreejith > Her devotee > > > Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Go to http://messenger./invite/ > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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