Chitralaya
Sanskrit · Not verified · 4 syllables
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About the name Chitralaya
Chitralaya is a Sanskrit compound name meaning "gallery of pictures" or "art gallery," derived from "chitra" (picture/art) and "alaya" (abode/house).
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Etymology
Chitralaya is a Sanskrit compound name meaning "gallery of pictures" or "art gallery," derived from "chitra" (picture/art) and "alaya" (abode/house). It is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, with historical significance in South Indian temple architecture and classical arts traditions.
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