Temple complexes usually consisted of several parts: the kalan or sanctuary , usually in the form of a tower and used to house the deity ; the mandapa or entry hallway; the kosagrha or fire-house, use...Temple complexes usually consisted of several parts: the kalan or sanctuary , usually in the form of a tower and used to house the deity ; the mandapa or entry hallway; the kosagrha or fire-house, used to house the temple’s valuables and to cook for the deity; and the gopura or gate-tower leading into the walled templed complex.
