Toran is the name in Hinduism

Hinduism

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 (Sanskrit. torana, from tor, pass) of a sacred or honorific gateway in Buddhist

Buddhism

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 architecture

Architecture

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. Its typical form is a projecting cross-piece resting on two uprights or posts. It is made of wood

Wood

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 or stone

Rock (geology)

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 , and the cross-piece is generally of three bars placed one on the top of the other; both cross-piece and posts are usually sculptured.

Toran may also refer to a decorative door hanging, usually decorated with marigolds

Tagetes

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 and mango

Mango

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leaves, or a string that is tied on the door with the flower on it as a part of traditional Hindu culture on the occasion of pooja. A toran may feature colours such as green, yellow and red. They also have animals and other features.