Empty or hollow (often used figuratively to describe a place or atmosphere that is vacant or deserted).
古い劇場は取り壊しの直前でがらんどうになっていた。
The old theater had become deserted just before demolition.
引っ越したあとの家は家具もなく伽藍堂のようだった。
After they moved out, the house was like an empty shell with no furniture.
町の中心部の商店街は客が少なく、がらんどうに見える。
The shopping street in the center of town looks deserted due to few customers.
In Buddhism, the main hall of a temple (traditionally a large hall that can appear vast and empty).
その寺の伽藍堂は古い木造で、静けさが漂っていた。
The temple's main hall was an old wooden building and exuded a sense of calm.
伽藍堂には本尊だけが安置されていた。
Only the principal image was enshrined in the main hall.