1) Indian architecture 
in Indian architecture, a pillared outdoor hall or pavilion for public rituals.
A mandapa (मण्डप, मंडप, also spelled mantapa or mandapam) in Indian architecture is a pillared outdoor hall or pavilion for public rituals. ==Temple architecture== In the Hindu temple the mandapa is a porch-like structure through the (gopuram) (ornate gateway) and leading to the temple. It is used for religious dancing and music ...