CultureAugust 27, 2026

dwars

DWAHRZ

Definition

Ornate or decorative gateways or portals, typically serving as grand entrances in Indian temple architecture.

Etymology

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'dvara', meaning 'door' or 'gate'. It has been adopted into English through historical and academic study of South Asian architecture.

In the news

The word refers to the 'Toran-dwars' or elaborate ceremonial gateways that will adorn the new Panchayatan Temple, highlighting the site's focus on traditional architectural detail.

MP CM Yadav lays foundation stone of Panchayatan Temple at Omkareshwar’s Ekatma Dham

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