| Title | Indo-Hellenistic architecture styleRare |
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| Description | A fusion style blending Hellenistic forms with Indic artistic and religious elements, particularly evident in Gandhara and Northwest India, showcasing syncretic cultural exchange. |
| Also Known As | Achaemenid-Hellenistic Temple Architecture with Indian Iconographic Artistic Influences Achaemenid Architecture Hellenistic Architecture Indian Iconography Indian Artistic Traditions Central Asian Temple Design |
| Tags | Syncretism Gandhara art Hellenistic influence Indian art Temple architecture |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-5169502402-07:09:22:18:05:25:IHAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/indo-hellenistic-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/indo-hellenistic-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
| Regions | Gandhara Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Taxila Bactria |
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| Time Periods | 3rd century BCE 1st century CE |
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| Dynasties | Indo-Greek Kingdom Kushan Empire Mauryan Empire |
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Buddhist stupas Syncretic shrines |
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| Associated Deities | Surya Shiva Buddha Greek deities |
| Keywords | Syncretism Gandhara art Hellenistic influence Indian art Temple architecture |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| The Crossroads of Asia: Transformation in Image and Symbol | Book | Explores the cultural interactions in Central Asia. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Takhti Sangin Oxus Temple Khatlon Tajikistan | Primary | 100% |