mandapa
/ˈmʌndəpə/South Asian
noun
1In southern India: a temple.
2A temporary platform set up for weddings and religious ceremonies; a pavilion.
Origin
Early 19th century. From Sanskrit maṇḍapa (also with pronunciation maṇḍap) temporary festival building, pavilion, consecrated building.
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