Question 1

What is Nagara-Influenced Khmer architecture style?

Accepted Answer

Khmer temple architecture incorporating Nagara elements, evident in tower-like structures, vertical emphasis, and possibly curvilinear forms, reflecting Indian cosmological influences adapted to local Khmer traditions.

Question 2

Where is Nagara-Influenced Khmer architecture style architecture found?

Accepted Answer

Nagara-Influenced Khmer architecture style architecture is primarily found in Cambodia, Thailand. There are 2 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

Question 3

When was Nagara-Influenced Khmer architecture style architecture used?

Accepted Answer

Nagara-Influenced Khmer architecture style architecture was used during 9th Century CE, 10th Century CE, 9th-13th century CE. It is associated with the Khmer Empire dynasty/period.

Question 4

What materials are used in Nagara-Influenced Khmer architecture style architecture?

Accepted Answer

Nagara-Influenced Khmer architecture style architecture typically uses Sandstone, Brick. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Question 5

Which heritage sites use Nagara-Influenced Khmer architecture style architecture?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 heritage sites documented with Nagara-Influenced Khmer architecture style architecture. 1 sites use this as their primary architectural style. You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Title	Nagara-Influenced Khmer architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites)
Description	Khmer temple architecture incorporating Nagara elements, evident in tower-like structures, vertical emphasis, and possibly curvilinear forms, reflecting Indian cosmological influences adapted to local Khmer traditions.
Also Known As	Khmer Nagara architecture style Mount Meru Temple architecture style Hindu Temple architecture style Indian Hindu Temple Mountain Architecture Indian Mount Meru Cosmology Indian Shiva Temple Design Khmer Temple Design Indian Cosmological Planning Khmer Early Angkorian Period Brick Prang Architecture Khmer Temple Architecture Early Angkorian Period Brick Architecture Hindu Trinity Worship Southeast Asian Prasat Design
Tags	Khmer temple Nagara influence Mount Meru Prasat Nagara Khmer Temple Shikhara
Style ID	`INHF-STY-4240192086-10:43:53:23:09:22:NIKAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/nagara-influenced-khmer-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/nagara-influenced-khmer-architecture-style`
Total Sites	2
Primary Sites	1
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Time Periods	9th Century CE 10th Century CE 9th-13th century CE
Dynasties	Khmer Empire

Sacred Contexts	Hindu temples Shaiva temples Hindu temple complexes
Associated Deities	Shiva Vishnu Brahma

Primary Materials	Sandstone Brick
Architectural Features	Prasat Pyramidal structure Nagara Shikhara influence Mount Meru representation Prasat (temple tower) Shikhara-inspired form Vertical emphasis

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Bakong Temple Roluos Group Cambodia	Primary	100%
San Phra Kan Prang Khaek Lopburi	Secondary	100%

Nagara-Influenced Khmer architecture style

External References

Regions

Historical Context

Sacred Context

Architectural Details

Keywords

Recommended Sources

Heritage Sites (2)

See Also

Related Materials

Related Features

Example Sites

How to Identify Nagara-Influenced Khmer architecture style

Frequently Asked Questions