Question 1

What is Indian Hindu architecture style?

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Characterized by diverse regional variations, this style features temples with elaborate carvings, mandapas, and shikharas, reflecting Hindu cosmology and deities, and adapted across the Indian subcontinent.

Question 2

Where is Indian Hindu architecture style architecture found?

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Indian Hindu architecture style architecture is primarily found in India, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, Nepal, Sri Lanka. There are 2 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

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When was Indian Hindu architecture style architecture used?

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Indian Hindu architecture style architecture was used during 2nd century BCE, 1st century CE, 3rd century CE, Ancient, Medieval, Early Modern. It is associated with the Kushan Dynasty, Gupta Dynasty dynasty/period.

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What materials are used in Indian Hindu architecture style architecture?

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

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Which heritage sites use Indian Hindu architecture style architecture?

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

Title	Indian Hindu architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites)
Description	Characterized by diverse regional variations, this style features temples with elaborate carvings, mandapas, and shikharas, reflecting Hindu cosmology and deities, and adapted across the Indian subcontinent.
Also Known As	Kushan Urban Architecture with Indian Buddhist Hindu Influences Indian Buddhist Architecture Indian Hindu Architecture Gandharan Art Style Kushan Urban Planning Kandyan Hindu-Buddhist Temple Architecture with South Indian Dravidian Architectural Artistic Influences South Indian Dravidian Architecture Indian Wood Carving Traditions Kandyan Architecture Sri Lankan Syncretic Architecture
Tags	Temple Shikhara Mandapa Hindu art Deities Temple architecture Vastu Shastra
Style ID	`INHF-STY-2384086782-21:14:57:15:06:19:IHAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/indian-hindu-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/indian-hindu-architecture-style`
Total Sites	2
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Time Periods	2nd century BCE 1st century CE 3rd century CE Ancient Medieval Early Modern
Dynasties	Kushan Dynasty Gupta Dynasty

Sacred Contexts	Hindu temples
Associated Deities	Shiva Vishnu Devi Surya Ganesha

Primary Materials	Stone Brick Wood
Architectural Features	Shikhara Mandapa Garbhagriha Sculptures of deities Sculptural decoration Pillared halls Water tanks

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Dalverzin Tepe Surxondaryo Uzbekistan	Secondary	100%
Embekka Devalaya Kandy Sri Lanka	Secondary	100%

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