| Title | कदम्ब शिला (Kadamba Stone)Rare Kadamba śilā Kadamba Stone |
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| Description | कदम्ब शिला (Kadamba Shila), also known as कदम्ब पाषाण (Kadamba Pāshāna) or कदम्ब शैल (Kadamba Shaila), refers to construction stone prevalent during the Kadamba Dynasty and later periods in Goa and Karnataka. Predominantly granite or laterite, its properties vary. Granite exhibits a density of 2.6-2.8 g/cm³ and porosity of 2-5%. Compressive strength ranges from 50-150 MPa. Laterite's iron oxide content imparts its reddish color. Traditionally, stone burins [1] were used in quarrying and shaping. This पाषाण (Pāshāna - stone) was employed in temple construction, fortification walls, sculptures, load-bearing walls, and paving. Sourcing occurred from regional quarries across the Indian subcontinent. Durability depends on mineral composition and environmental exposure. Conservation requires understanding weathering patterns and using compatible repair materials. Restoration at heritage sites demands careful material analysis and adherence to traditional techniques to preserve the integrity of कदम्ब शिलाखंड (Kadamba Shilakhanda). |
| Also Known As | Kadamba Stone Kadamba śilā Kadamba Stone Kadamba Rock कदम्ब पत्थर कदम्ब पाषाण कदम्ब शैल |
| Tags | Kadamba Stone कदंब पाषाण Kadamba Pāshāna Granite Laterite Kadamba Dynasty Indian Stone Construction Material |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-436715459-20-11-25-KE |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/kadamba-stone |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/kadamba-stone |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 28, 2025 |
| Types | Granite Laterite |
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| Regions | Goa Karnataka |
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| Time Periods | Early Medieval India |
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| Dynasties | Kadamba Dynasty |
| Sources | Local quarries in Goa and Karnataka |
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| Properties | Compressive strength: 50-150 MPa (variable) Density: 2.6-2.8 g/cm³ (Granite) Porosity: 2-5% (Granite) Iron oxide content (Laterite) |
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| Uses | Temple construction Fortification Sculpture Load-bearing walls Paving |
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| Materials | Lime Mortar Brick Dust |
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| Styles | Kadamba architecture |
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| Categories | Temple Architecture Fort Architecture |
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| Notes |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Karnataka State Archives | Archival Document | Records of Kadamba construction practices and material usage. |
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Brahma Temple Carambolim | Primary | 100% |