Question 1

What is Agamic architecture style?

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Agamic architecture adheres to the principles outlined in the Agamas, ancient Hindu scriptures, governing temple design, construction, and ritual practices, ensuring sacred space and divine presence.

Question 2

Where is Agamic architecture style architecture found?

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Agamic architecture style architecture is primarily found in Pan-Indian. There are 2 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

Question 3

When was Agamic architecture style architecture used?

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Agamic architecture style architecture was used during Ancient to present, Ancient times onwards.

Question 4

Which heritage sites use Agamic architecture style architecture?

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There are 2 heritage sites documented with Agamic architecture style architecture.  You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Title	Agamic architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites)
Description	Agamic architecture adheres to the principles outlined in the Agamas, ancient Hindu scriptures, governing temple design, construction, and ritual practices, ensuring sacred space and divine presence.
Also Known As	Dravidian Style South Indian Temple Architecture with Granite Gopuram Dravidian Temple Architecture Tamil Nadu Kovil Craft Pancharatra Agamic Layout Chola Revival Ornamentation South Indian Diaspora Campus Planning Queens Streetscape Integration Modern Code-Compliant Temple Design Community Cultural Center Typology Religious Ornate Gopurams Towers Dravidian Architecture Vijayanagara Architecture Nayaka Style Tamil Temple Architecture Panchayatana Style (though not strictly adhered to) Agamic Temple Architecture Chola Architecture (early influences) Pandya Architecture (early influences) Hoysala Architecture (minor influences)
Tags	Agama Vastu Shastra Mandala Sacred geometry Temple design Iconography Sacred space
Style ID	`INHF-STY-6372547046-06:00:17:31:05:22:AAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/agamic-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/agamic-architecture-style`
Total Sites	2
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Title	Type	Notes
Agama Encyclopedia	Website	Resource for understanding Agamic principles.
Agamas and Silpa Sastras	Book	Study of the Agamic texts and their influence on temple architecture.

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Hindu Temple Society North America Flushing	Secondary	100%
Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple Srirangam	Secondary	100%

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