Question 1

What is Kashmiri Hindu Temple architecture style?

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Characterized by its distinct pyramidal roof, trefoil arches, and often incorporating Gandharan and Gupta influences, this style flourished in the Kashmir region.

Question 2

Where is Kashmiri Hindu Temple architecture style architecture found?

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Kashmiri Hindu Temple architecture style architecture is primarily found in Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir. There are 2 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

Question 3

When was Kashmiri Hindu Temple architecture style architecture used?

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Kashmiri Hindu Temple architecture style architecture was used during 8th-10th century CE, 8th Century CE, 9th Century CE, 10th Century CE, 11th Century CE, 12th Century CE. It is associated with the Karkota dynasty, Utpala dynasty, Lohara dynasty dynasty/period.

Question 4

What materials are used in Kashmiri Hindu Temple architecture style architecture?

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

Question 5

Which heritage sites use Kashmiri Hindu Temple architecture style architecture?

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

Title	Kashmiri Hindu Temple architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites)
Description	Characterized by its distinct pyramidal roof, trefoil arches, and often incorporating Gandharan and Gupta influences, this style flourished in the Kashmir region.
Also Known As	Pre-Islamic Religious Sun-baked brick. Nagara Architecture Gupta Period Architecture Post-Gupta Style Kashmiri Hindu Temple Architecture Gandharan Influences Early Medieval Hindu Temple Style Possible Late Maurya Influences Natural Cave Shrine Natural Formation Formed by natural processes. Pahari Architecture Ancient Indian Rock-Cut Architecture Gupta Period Influences Influence of Local Shrine Traditions
Tags	Kashmir Pyramidal Gandhara Hindu Temple Hindu Temple Rock-cut Cave Shiva Pahari
Style ID	`INHF-STY-4452508901-10:05:33:27:06:25:KHTAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/kashmiri-hindu-temple-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/kashmiri-hindu-temple-architecture-style`
Total Sites	2
Primary Sites	1
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Time Periods	8th-10th century CE 8th Century CE 9th Century CE 10th Century CE 11th Century CE 12th Century CE
Dynasties	Karkota dynasty Utpala dynasty Lohara dynasty

Sacred Contexts	Hindu temples Shaiva temples Vaishnava temples Hindu Temple Cave Shrine
Associated Deities	Shiva Vishnu Surya

Primary Materials	Stone Wood
Architectural Features	Pyramidal roof Trefoil arches Peristyle Kharosthi inscriptions Pyramidal roofs Kashmiri barrel vaulted roofs Rock-cut cave

Title	Type	Notes
Ancient Monuments of Kashmir	Book	Detailed study of Kashmiri temple architecture.
The Way of the Buddha	Book	Explores Gandharan influences.
Hindu Temples of Kashmir	Book	Comprehensive overview of Kashmiri temple architecture.

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