The
Chayala Somesvara temple is yet another temple near Panagal. The temple is known for
the Chhaya (shadow) of Siva Linga which is said to be stationary from sunrise to sunset.
The technique of the architect is unique. It is regarded as the most imaginative work of
the Kakatiya architecture. The temple also contains valuable inscriptions of Rudramba's
time.
The most conspicuous feature of the
Pandya style was the emergence of the monumental gateway or Gopuram which is the dominant
point of temple complex. The walls of the temples imposed an ornamental appearance. The
gateways are treated with rich plastic decorations |