Question 1

What is Pala-Sena architecture style?

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Eastern Indian architectural style flourishing under the Pala and Sena dynasties, known for its distinctive curvilinear rooflines, refined stucco work, and integration of Buddhist and Hindu iconography.

Question 2

Where is Pala-Sena architecture style architecture found?

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Pala-Sena architecture style architecture is primarily found in Bengal, Bihar, Bangladesh, Jharkhand. There are 2 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

Question 3

When was Pala-Sena architecture style architecture used?

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Pala-Sena architecture style architecture was used during 8th-12th century CE. It is associated with the Pala Dynasty, Sena Dynasty, Pala dynasty, Sena dynasty dynasty/period.

Question 4

What materials are used in Pala-Sena architecture style architecture?

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Pala-Sena architecture style architecture typically uses Brick, Terracotta, Stucco, Basalt. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Question 5

Which heritage sites use Pala-Sena architecture style architecture?

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There are 2 heritage sites documented with Pala-Sena architecture style architecture.  You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Title	Pala-Sena architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites)
Description	Eastern Indian architectural style flourishing under the Pala and Sena dynasties, known for its distinctive curvilinear rooflines, refined stucco work, and integration of Buddhist and Hindu iconography.
Also Known As	Bagan-Nagara architecture style Nagara architecture style Gupta architecture style Bagan Temple Architecture Indian Gupta Period Style Pala Architecture Hindu-Buddhist Syncretism Nagara Temple Influences Indic Cosmological Planning Bagan Syncretic Hindu-Buddhist Temple Architecture with Indian Artistic Influences Indian Gupta Pala Art Styles Indic Sculptural Traditions
Tags	Bengal Architecture Pala Art Buddhist Art Hindu Temple Pala Sena Bengal Buddhist architecture Hindu architecture Terracotta
Style ID	`INHF-STY-1627669367-08:02:00:19:02:23:PSAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/pala-sena-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/pala-sena-architecture-style`
Total Sites	2
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Time Periods	8th-12th century CE
Dynasties	Pala Dynasty Sena Dynasty Pala dynasty Sena dynasty

Sacred Contexts	Buddhist Monasteries Hindu Temples Buddhist monasteries Hindu temples
Associated Deities	Buddha Tara Vishnu Shiva

Primary Materials	Brick Terracotta Stucco Basalt
Architectural Features	Curvilinear Roof Elaborate Stucco Decoration Terracotta Plaques Panchayatana Layout Curvilinear towers Elaborate carvings Terracotta plaques Emphasis on sculpture

Title	Type	Notes
Art of Eastern India, 300-800	Book	Comprehensive overview of art and architecture during the Pala period.
Indian Art	Book	Sections on Pala and Sena art and architecture

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