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Indic Colonial architecture style

4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
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4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
DescriptionIndic Colonial architecture represents a fusion of traditional Indian architectural elements with European colonial styles, often incorporating local materials and craftsmanship.
Also Known As
Dravidian Temple Architecture with Urban Courtyard Plan
Dravidian Rajagopuram
Straits Settlements Tamil Heritage
Urban Courtyard Temple
Tags
Colonial
Fusion
Vernacular
Syncretism
Style ID
INHF-STY-9646666170-23:50:35:08:01:24:ICAS
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/indic-colonial-architecture-style
API Endpoint
https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/indic-colonial-architecture-style
Total Sites1
Primary Sites0
CreatedNovember 19, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 29, 2025

External References

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Regions

Regions
India
Malaysia
Singapore

Historical Context

Time Periods
18th-20th century CE
Dynasties
British Empire

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts
Hindu temples
Public buildings

Architectural Details

Primary Materials
Brick
Stone
Timber
Architectural Features
Verandahs
Arches
Pillars
Courtyards

Keywords

Keywords
Colonial
Fusion
Vernacular
Syncretism

Recommended Sources

TitleTypeNotes
Architecture in the British Empirebook

Heritage Sites (1)

Site NameStatusConfidence
Sri Mahamariamman Temple Kuala Lumpur
Secondary
100%

See Also

Related Materials

Brick
Stone
Timber

Related Features

Verandahs
Arches
Pillars
Courtyards

Example Sites

Sri Mahamariamman Temple Kuala Lumpur
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How to Identify Indic Colonial architecture style

  1. Look for characteristic features: Verandahs, Arches, Pillars.
  2. Verify geographic location: Indic Colonial architecture style architecture is typically found in India and Malaysia.
  3. Examine construction materials: Indic Colonial architecture style typically uses Brick and Stone.
  4. Consider historical context: This style dates from 18th-20th century CE.
  5. Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

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