Question 1

What is Kerala Dravida architecture style?

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Kerala Dravida architecture, originating in Kerala, India, features distinctive sloping roofs, gabled structures, and ornate detailing, often incorporating locally sourced materials and responding to the region's climate and cultural context.

Question 2

Where is Kerala Dravida architecture style architecture found?

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Kerala Dravida architecture style architecture is primarily found in Kerala. There are 1 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

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When was Kerala Dravida architecture style architecture used?

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Kerala Dravida architecture style architecture was used during 8th century CE onwards. It is associated with the Chera Dynasty, Chola Dynasty, Pandya Dynasty dynasty/period.

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What materials are used in Kerala Dravida architecture style architecture?

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Kerala Dravida architecture style architecture typically uses Laterite, Wood, Granite. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Question 5

Which heritage sites use Kerala Dravida architecture style architecture?

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

Title	Kerala Dravida architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	Kerala Dravida architecture, originating in Kerala, India, features distinctive sloping roofs, gabled structures, and ornate detailing, often incorporating locally sourced materials and responding to the region's climate and cultural context.
Also Known As	Kerala Dravidian Temple Architecture Religious Sloping roofs gabled ornate. Dravidian Architecture Kerala Architecture Kalinga Architecture Influences Chola Dynasty Temple Architecture Pandya Dynasty Temple Architecture Chera Dynasty Temple Architecture Traditional Hindu Temple Architecture Vastu Shastra
Tags	Kerala temple architecture Dravida architecture Sloping roofs Gabled Ornate Vastu Shastra
Style ID	`INHF-STY-0764105083-11:06:50:21:09:25:KDAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/kerala-dravida-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/kerala-dravida-architecture-style`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	1
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Time Periods	8th century CE onwards
Dynasties	Chera Dynasty Chola Dynasty Pandya Dynasty

Sacred Contexts	Hindu temples
Associated Deities	Shiva Vishnu Devi

Primary Materials	Laterite Wood Granite
Architectural Features	Sloping roofs Gabled structures Ornate carvings Gopurams Nalukettu

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