Question 1

What is Indus Valley Civilization architecture style?

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Indus Valley Civilization architecture, characterized by advanced urban planning, standardized brick construction, and sophisticated drainage systems, flourished in the Bronze Age along the Indus River.

Question 2

Where is Indus Valley Civilization architecture style architecture found?

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Indus Valley Civilization architecture style architecture is primarily found in Punjab, Sindh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana. There are 2 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

Question 3

When was Indus Valley Civilization architecture style architecture used?

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Indus Valley Civilization architecture style architecture was used during 3300 BCE, 1700 BCE, 3300-1700 BCE.

Question 4

What materials are used in Indus Valley Civilization architecture style architecture?

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Indus Valley Civilization architecture style architecture typically uses Bricks, Mud brick, Baked brick, Stone. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Question 5

Which heritage sites use Indus Valley Civilization architecture style architecture?

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There are 2 heritage sites documented with Indus Valley Civilization architecture style architecture. 1 sites use this as their primary architectural style. You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Title	Indus Valley Civilization architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites)
Description	Indus Valley Civilization architecture, characterized by advanced urban planning, standardized brick construction, and sophisticated drainage systems, flourished in the Bronze Age along the Indus River.
Also Known As	Indo-Bactrian architecture style Vedic Period architecture style Shilpa Shastra architecture style Vedic Period Architecture Bronze Age Ritual Architecture with Vedic Parallels Indus Valley Civilization Architectural Principles Shilpa Shastra-Inspired Construction Vastu Shastra Planning Ancient Indian Engineering Techniques Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex Architectural Style Neolithic-Bronze Age Settlement Architecture with Indian Agricultural Cultural Influences Indian Agricultural Traditions Indus Valley Urban Planning Neolithic Settlement Design Bronze Age Architecture Indian Cultural Concepts
Tags	Harappa Mohenjo-daro Urban planning Brickwork Sanitation
Style ID	`INHF-STY-8587092392-04:46:20:28:10:20:IVCAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/indus-valley-civilization-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/indus-valley-civilization-architecture-style`
Total Sites	2
Primary Sites	1
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Primary Materials	Bricks Mud brick Baked brick Stone
Architectural Features	Grid planning Drainage systems Standardized bricks Grid-based planning Standardized brick sizes Advanced drainage systems Citadels Granaries Great Bath

Title	Type	Notes
Ancient Cities of the Indus Valley Civilization	Book	Details the urban layout and architectural features of Indus cities.
The Indus Civilization: A Contemporary Perspective	Book

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Anau Neolithic Bronze Age Site Ahal Turkmenistan	Primary	100%
Adji Kui Karakum Desert Turkmenistan	Secondary	100%

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