BHAYANAKA RASA

Vyabhichari – Fear, horror, panic, distress

Architectural example – Duomo di Milano

Vibhava

Alamban

Built under the gothic influence to instigate fear, the daunting look of the structure stands as the centre of the beautiful skyline of the city. The structure appalled people to worship the religion even under fear. The intricate details of gargoyles, the paper like appearance of the whole structure gives out a very intimidating aura.

Uddipana

This structure has more than 90 gargoyles and 3400 statues around the church walls which resemble the gothic nature of the church. The rooflines of this gothic masterpiece are renowned for their dense grid of pinnacles and spires, supported by sinister flying buttresses that seem to defy gravity. Forests often have a similar play of light and shadow which is used to add to the theatrical effect in Gothic churches. Pipe organs and acoustic reflections give everything an other worldly effect too.