Question 1

What is Māru-Gurjara architecture style?

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Māru-Gurjara architecture, originating in Rajasthan and Gujarat, is characterized by its ornate carvings, intricate detailing, and stepped-tank designs, often employing light-colored sandstone.

Question 2

Where is Māru-Gurjara architecture style architecture found?

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Māru-Gurjara architecture style architecture is primarily found in Rajasthan, Gujarat. There are 1 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

Question 3

When was Māru-Gurjara architecture style architecture used?

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Māru-Gurjara architecture style architecture was used during 11th-13th century CE. It is associated with the Chaulukya dynasty, Paramara dynasty, Solanki dynasty dynasty/period.

Question 4

What materials are used in Māru-Gurjara architecture style architecture?

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Māru-Gurjara architecture style architecture typically uses Sandstone, Marble. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Question 5

Which heritage sites use Māru-Gurjara architecture style architecture?

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

Title	Māru-Gurjara architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	Māru-Gurjara architecture, originating in Rajasthan and Gujarat, is characterized by its ornate carvings, intricate detailing, and stepped-tank designs, often employing light-colored sandstone.
Also Known As	Indo-Aryan Nagara stacked symmetrical ornate. Nagara Architecture Māru-Gurjara Architecture Rajasthani Architecture Indo-Aryan elements Gujarati architectural influences Paramara style Solanki influences
Tags	Rajasthan Gujarat Solanki Paramara Temple architecture Ornate Carvings
Style ID	`INHF-STY-0382777766-23:43:26:29:07:23:MGAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/m-ru-gurjara-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/m-ru-gurjara-architecture-style`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	1
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Time Periods	11th-13th century CE
Dynasties	Chaulukya dynasty Paramara dynasty Solanki dynasty

Sacred Contexts	Hindu temples
Associated Deities	Vishnu Shiva Devi

Primary Materials	Sandstone Marble
Architectural Features	Intricate carvings Stepwells (Vavs) Garbhagriha Mandapa Shikhara

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