| Title | Khasi Vernacular architecture styleUncommon |
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| Description | Characterized by indigenous building practices in Meghalaya, this style emphasizes nature-based materials, sloped roofs suited to the region's climate, and traditional timber construction techniques reflecting Khasi cultural heritage. |
| Also Known As | Khasi Vernacular Architecture Indigenous Nature-based materials sloped roofs. Typical Khasis architecture Indigenous Khasi traditions Vernacular architecture of Meghalaya Elements of Bengal temple style Ahom architecture influences Traditional timber construction of the region Influence of Buddhist structures from neighboring regions like Myanmar Hints of North Indian temple architecture through trade cultural exchange Assamese Vernacular Bamboo wood thatch. Ahom Temple Architecture Koch Temple Architecture Bengali Temple Style Traditional Khasi Architecture Dravidian Vernacular Architecture Chola Timber Architectural Influences Orissan Temple Architecture (timber elements) Vernacular Assam-Bengal Architecture Indigenous Khasi architecture Vernacular adaptation. Indigenous Tribal Architecture of Meghalaya Vernacular Architecture of Northeast India Elements of Hindu Temple Architecture Influence of Bengali Temple Style Traces of Ahom Architecture Hints of Koch Architecture Traditional Khasi Religious Architecture Nature Integration Vernacular Architecture of the Eastern Himalayas Elements of Bengali Temple Style Influence of neighboring Assam's Temple Traditions Traces of Buddhist architectural motifs from Southeast Asia Hints of North Indian Temple Architecture through pilgrimage routes Garh-patti architecture Fortification Defensive walls gates. Khasi vernacular architecture Typical Meghalayan architecture Hindu temple architecture influences (possible remnants) Indigenous tribal architectural traditions Elements of fortress architecture Use of locally available materials like stone Potential influences from neighboring Assam region's architecture |
| Tags | Vernacular Indigenous Khasi Meghalaya Timber construction Sloped roof Bamboo construction Tribal Sustainable Nature-integrated |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-4895011978-17:29:19:29:07:25:KVAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/khasi-vernacular-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/khasi-vernacular-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 5 |
| Primary Sites | 4 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
| Regions | Meghalaya East Khasi Hills |
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| Dynasties | Khasi tribal communities Jaintia Kings |
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| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Traditional Khasi religious sites Domestic Community spaces Religious sites Community |
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| Associated Deities | Shiva |
| Keywords | Vernacular Indigenous Khasi Meghalaya Timber construction Sloped roof Bamboo construction Tribal Sustainable Nature-integrated |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Vernacular Architecture of the North East | Book | General overview of regional styles |
| Traditional Khasi Architecture | Article | Details the unique features of Khasi building practices. |
| Vernacular Architecture of the Khasi Hills | book | Study of traditional Khasi building techniques. |
| Vernacular Architecture of Northeast India | Book | Focuses on the adaptation to climate and local materials. |
| Vernacular Architecture of North East India | Book | Focus on Khasi building traditions |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Charantala Temple Shillong | Primary | 100% |
| Mahadev Khola Dham Shillong | Primary | 100% |
| Mawsynram Shiva Temple Mawsynram | Primary | 100% |
| Nartiang Fort Nartiang | Primary | 100% |
| Laban Namghar Shillong | Secondary | 100% |