Free-standing Temples
There is no time line that divides the creation of rock-cut temples and free-standing temples built with cut stone as they developed in parallel. The building of free-standing structures began in 5th century, while rock cut temples continued to be excavated until the 12th century.
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“These temples grew as grows the grass;
Art might obey, but not surpass.
The passive Master lent his hand
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