Question 1

What is Brick Nagara architecture style?

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This style uses brick as the primary construction material, while adhering to the Nagara architectural principles of curvilinear shikhara and elaborate ornamentation.

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Where is Brick Nagara architecture style architecture found?

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Brick Nagara architecture style architecture is primarily found in Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar. There are 1 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

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When was Brick Nagara architecture style architecture used?

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Brick Nagara architecture style architecture was used during 5th century CE to 8th century CE. It is associated with the Gupta dynasty, Panduvamshi dynasty dynasty/period.

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What materials are used in Brick Nagara architecture style architecture?

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

Question 5

Which heritage sites use Brick Nagara architecture style architecture?

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There are 1 heritage sites documented with Brick Nagara architecture style architecture.  You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Title	Brick Nagara architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	This style uses brick as the primary construction material, while adhering to the Nagara architectural principles of curvilinear shikhara and elaborate ornamentation.
Also Known As	Nagara Style Hindu Temple Curvilinear tower elaborate carvings Nagara Architecture Kalinga Architecture Gurjara-Pratihara influences Saivite Temple Architecture Brick Temple Architecture Central Indian Temple Style Early Chalukya influences
Tags	Brick temple Shikhara Terracotta Gupta architecture Early Nagara
Style ID	`INHF-STY-7823080990-18:15:17:03:01:24:BNAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/brick-nagara-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/brick-nagara-architecture-style`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Time Periods	5th century CE to 8th century CE
Dynasties	Gupta dynasty Panduvamshi dynasty

Sacred Contexts	Hindu temples Buddhist monasteries
Associated Deities	Shiva Vishnu Buddha

Primary Materials	Brick
Architectural Features	Brick construction Curvilinear shikhara Elaborate carvings (in brick or stucco) Shallow relief work

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