Question 1

What is Gaudiya-Nagara Hybrid architecture style?

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A fusion of the North Indian Nagara temple architectural tradition with Gaudiya Vaishnava devotional requirements, adapted for an urban setting and incorporating pre-existing Edwardian Renaissance Revival elements.

Question 2

Where is Gaudiya-Nagara Hybrid architecture style architecture found?

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Gaudiya-Nagara Hybrid architecture style architecture is primarily found in Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Odisha, Ontario. There are 1 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

Question 3

When was Gaudiya-Nagara Hybrid architecture style architecture used?

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Gaudiya-Nagara Hybrid architecture style architecture was used during 11th-13th century CE, 16th century CE, 20th century CE. It is associated with the Ganga dynasty, Gaudiya Vaishnava Sampradaya dynasty/period.

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What materials are used in Gaudiya-Nagara Hybrid architecture style architecture?

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

Question 5

Which heritage sites use Gaudiya-Nagara Hybrid architecture style architecture?

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There are 1 heritage sites documented with Gaudiya-Nagara Hybrid architecture style architecture. 1 sites use this as their primary architectural style. You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Title	Gaudiya-Nagara Hybrid architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	A fusion of the North Indian Nagara temple architectural tradition with Gaudiya Vaishnava devotional requirements, adapted for an urban setting and incorporating pre-existing Edwardian Renaissance Revival elements.
Also Known As	Edwardian Renaissance Revival Temple Adaptation with Gaudiya Interiors Edwardian Renaissance Revival Gaudiya Vaishnava Temple Adaptation Heritage Building Conservation Toronto Victorian Streetscape Adaptive Reuse Architecture Urban Mandir Planning Performing Arts Venue
Tags	Nagara Gaudiya Vaishnavism Temple architecture Mandir Adaptive reuse Urban planning
Style ID	`INHF-STY-7285117106-21:00:34:17:08:24:GNHAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/gaudiya-nagara-hybrid-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/gaudiya-nagara-hybrid-architecture-style`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	1
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Time Periods	11th-13th century CE 16th century CE 20th century CE
Dynasties	Ganga dynasty Gaudiya Vaishnava Sampradaya

Sacred Contexts	Vaishnava temple Mandir Urban temple Performing arts venue
Associated Deities	Krishna Radha Chaitanya Mahaprabhu

Primary Materials	Brick Limestone Stucco Marble
Architectural Features	Shikhara Garbhagriha Mandapa Kirtan Hall Arched windows Pillars

Title	Type	Notes
Encyclopaedia of Indian Temple Architecture	Book	Comprehensive overview of Nagara style.
Living Traditions of Vaishnavism	Book	Details on Gaudiya Vaishnava temple practices.

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