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What is Assamese architecture style?

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Characterized by its unique adaptation of Nagara and other regional styles, Assamese temple architecture features distinctive roof structures, often incorporating local materials and responding to the region's climate.

Question 2

Where is Assamese architecture style architecture found?

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Assamese architecture style architecture is primarily found in Assam, Arunachal Pradesh. There are 2 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

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When was Assamese architecture style architecture used?

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Assamese architecture style architecture was used during 7th-19th century CE, Medieval Period. It is associated with the Varman Dynasty, Pala Dynasty of Assam, Koch Dynasty, Ahom Dynasty dynasty/period.

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What materials are used in Assamese architecture style architecture?

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Assamese architecture style architecture typically uses Brick, Stone, Wood, Bamboo, Thatch. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

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Which heritage sites use Assamese architecture style architecture?

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

Title	Assamese architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites)
Description	Characterized by its unique adaptation of Nagara and other regional styles, Assamese temple architecture features distinctive roof structures, often incorporating local materials and responding to the region's climate.
Also Known As	Nagara architecture style Kalinga architecture style Gupta architecture style Gupta Architecture Kalinga Architecture Later Koch Style Phamsana Style Rekha-Deul Style (related to Nagara) Traditional Assamese Temple Architecture Orissan Temple Architecture Naga-influenced unknown sculptural ornamentation. Gupta Period Influences Naga Architectural Elements Early Medieval Hindu Temple Style Orissan Temple Architecture Influences Traditional Arunachali Architecture Assamese Temple Style
Tags	Assam Temple Manikuta Shikhara Regional Style Namghar Assam Ekasara Sloping Roof
Style ID	`INHF-STY-4566335763-23:03:18:13:09:21:AAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/assamese-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/assamese-architecture-style`
Total Sites	2
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Time Periods	7th-19th century CE Medieval Period
Dynasties	Varman Dynasty Pala Dynasty of Assam Koch Dynasty Ahom Dynasty

Sacred Contexts	Hindu Temples Hindu temples Namghars
Associated Deities	Shiva Vishnu Durga Kamakhya

Primary Materials	Brick Stone Wood Bamboo Thatch
Architectural Features	Curvilinear Shikhara Thatched Roofs Manikuta Kirtistambha Sloping roofs Elevated platforms Manikutas Kirtistambhas

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Asvakranta Temple Guwahati	Secondary	100%
Malinithan Temple Likabali	Secondary	100%

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