​5th Century Development: • Characteristic temple plan evolved under the Hindu dynasty in the 5th century. ​ • Temples consisted of the garbhagriha surrounded by an ambulatory path, an outer portico with columns, and a flat stone roof. Examples: Sanchi, Tigawa, and Deogarh temples. 8th Century Advancements: ​ • Temples in the 8th century had smaller shrines, and the sikhara (tower) became a prominent feature. ​ • Introduction of the mandapa (pillared hall) and rectangular walls around temples. Notable examples: Temples at Osian (Rajasthan) and Jain temples in Gujarat and Rajasthan. Distinct Orissa Temple Style (7th to 11th Century): ​ • Developed in Orissa with prismatic towers and attention to mandapa construction. Fine examples: Lingaraja temple, Bhubaneshwar; Jagannath temple, Puri; Sun temple, Konark. Central India Development (9th to 11th Century): ​ • Parallel development in Central India, seen in Khajuraho temples with conical towers and intricate carvings. Fine examples: Khandariya Mahadev temple; Lakshmana temple, Khajuraho