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What is Bagan-Nagara architecture style?

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A regional variant of Nagara architecture found in Bagan, Myanmar, characterized by its adaptation of North Indian temple forms with local materials and artistic interpretations, reflecting Hindu-Buddhist syncretism.

Question 2

Where is Bagan-Nagara architecture style architecture found?

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Bagan-Nagara architecture style architecture is primarily found in Bagan, Myanmar, Myanmar (Bagan), Eastern India. There are 2 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

Question 3

When was Bagan-Nagara architecture style architecture used?

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Bagan-Nagara architecture style architecture was used during 11th-13th century CE. It is associated with the Pagan Dynasty dynasty/period.

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What materials are used in Bagan-Nagara architecture style architecture?

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Bagan-Nagara architecture style architecture typically uses Brick, Stucco. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

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Which heritage sites use Bagan-Nagara architecture style architecture?

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There are 2 heritage sites documented with Bagan-Nagara architecture style architecture. 2 sites use this as their primary architectural style. You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Title	Bagan-Nagara architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites)
Description	A regional variant of Nagara architecture found in Bagan, Myanmar, characterized by its adaptation of North Indian temple forms with local materials and artistic interpretations, reflecting Hindu-Buddhist syncretism.
Also Known As	Pala-Sena architecture style Nagara architecture style Gupta architecture style Bagan Temple Architecture Indian Gupta Period Style Pala Architecture Hindu-Buddhist Syncretism Nagara Temple Influences Indic Cosmological Planning Bagan Syncretic Hindu-Buddhist Temple Architecture with Indian Artistic Influences Indian Gupta Pala Art Styles Indic Sculptural Traditions
Tags	Nagara Bagan Hindu-Buddhist Syncretism Shikhara Syncretism Hindu-Buddhist Stucco Indic influences
Style ID	`INHF-STY-5679960977-18:41:38:04:09:20:BNAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/bagan-nagara-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/bagan-nagara-architecture-style`
Total Sites	2
Primary Sites	2
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Sacred Contexts	Hindu Temples Buddhist Temples Hindu temples Buddhist temples Syncretic shrines
Associated Deities	Vishnu Shiva Buddha Bodhisattvas

Primary Materials	Brick Stucco
Architectural Features	Nagara Shikhara Stupa Elements Mandapa Corbelled Arches Shikhara (curvilinear tower) Garbhagriha (sanctum) Mandapa (hall) Amalaka Urushringa Stucco ornamentation Arcuate forms

Title	Type	Notes
Early Pagan: Art, Iconography, and Architecture of Old Burma	Book	Provides context for the development of Bagan architecture.
Ancient Pagan: Buddhist Plain of Myanmar	Book	Overview of Bagan architecture and its influences

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Ananda Temple Bagan	Primary	100%
Htilominlo Temple Bagan	Primary	100%

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