Common Nouns Lexicon

Canopic jars are vessels used in ancient Egypt to preserve embalmed viscera during mummification.

A caravanserai is a type of fortified inn used by merchants and travelers to rest and resupply along trade routes in Asia and the Middle East.

A cathedral is a Christian church that serves as the seat of a bishop. These buildings are often large and richly decorated, symbolizing the faith and religious power of their time.

The cella, or naos, is the main chamber of a Greek temple where the cult statue of the god or goddess was usually housed. This central room is surrounded by columns and forms the heart of the sanctuary.

A cenotaph is a funerary monument erected in honor of a person or group of people whose remains are not present at the site.

A chaitya-griha, typical in Buddhist sanctuaries, is a prayer hall that often houses a stupa. As a sacred space, it is used for meditation and religious rituals.

Cham dance is a form of sacred dance ritual performed in Tibetan Buddhist monasteries. It features elaborate costumes and masks representing various deities, demons, and animals.

The charbagh garden is a traditional Persian garden type, structured around four sections often separated by water channels. This garden style is commonly used in Mughal architecture in India.

A chatra is an architectural symbol in Buddhist art and architecture, often depicted as an umbrella or parasol.

Chedis are bell-shaped structures or stupas commonly found in Thai Buddhist temples, often used to house sacred relics.