Samrajya Lakshmi Pithika (Study)
by Artatrana Sarangi | 1984 | 120,842 words
This is a study in English of the Samrajya Lakshmi Pithika (written by Lolla Lakshmidhara). This text represents an encyclopedic manual for emperors, akin to ancient works like Yuktikalpataru and Manasollasa. The Samrajyalaksmipithika encompasses about 3870 verses in addressing topics such as public festivals, governance, warfare (military strategy...
Construction of the Hall of Audience (asthana-mandapa)
The astana-mandapa is stated to be made of teak-wood (saradaru) and of the size of (8 x 36) cubits with side terraces and turrets, rendered approachable by a flight of steps at the front and with beautiful and painted walls.
It is made very high while flanked by two small mansions and topped with nine crests of gold. One of the important features of such a Hall is that it is provided with a daydial (tithyan kana) firmly fixed to a post. Its floor is also made beautiful with lime-plaster and is softly cushioned (10-13).