ArchitectureCandi Puntadeva

These temples closely resemble to those in South Indian art. The plan of the temple is characterized by the sanctum attached by the short porch. The body is divided by four pilasters into three parts, i.e. the central and the side projections. The superstructure comprises the superimposing miniature tiers (Tala) and the corner miniature temple (Hara). The step-like contour of the superstructure is similar to those in South Indian art. The central projection of Candi Puntadeva is decorated by the square frame whereas the corner projections are decorated by the pilasters and niches. These features indicate the further artistic development of this temple, being more complex than that at Candi Arjun