Question 1

What is Panchayatana architecture style?

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Panchayatana architecture features a central shrine surrounded by four subsidiary shrines, dedicated to different deities, though this arrangement may not be strictly adhered to at the site.

Question 2

Where is Panchayatana architecture style architecture found?

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Panchayatana architecture style architecture is primarily found in Pan-Indian. There are 3 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

Question 3

When was Panchayatana architecture style architecture used?

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Panchayatana architecture style architecture was used during 6th century CE, 7th century CE, 8th century CE, 9th century CE, 10th century CE, 11th century CE, 12th century CE, 13th century CE, 6th century CE onwards.

Question 4

What materials are used in Panchayatana architecture style architecture?

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Panchayatana architecture style architecture typically uses Stone, Brick, Varies by region, Various, depending on region. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Question 5

Which heritage sites use Panchayatana architecture style architecture?

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There are 3 heritage sites documented with Panchayatana architecture style architecture.  You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Title	Panchayatana architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 3 heritage sites) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 3 heritage sites)
Description	Panchayatana architecture features a central shrine surrounded by four subsidiary shrines, dedicated to different deities, though this arrangement may not be strictly adhered to at the site.
Also Known As	Nagara Architecture North Indian Temple Curvilinear towers ornate carvings. Kalinga Architecture (potential influence given some stylistic similarities) Gurjara-Pratihara Style (influence debated but possible given their presence in nearby regions) Local Kumaoni Vernacular Architecture (use of local stone construction techniques) Earlier North Indian Temple Traditions (evident in the simpler earlier shrines) Possible influences from the Katyuri Dynasty's architectural patronage Elements of Panchayatana Style (arrangement of subsidiary shrines around a main shrine though not strictly adhered to) Nagara architecture Hindu temple North Indian curvilinear towers Central Indian Temple Style Bhumija Style Panchayatana Style Latina Style Sekhari Style Indo-Aryan Influences Sculptural Embellishments Central Indian temple architecture Religious Nagara style shikhara Kalinga Architecture Somvanshi Architectural Style Later Gurjara-Pratihara Influences
Tags	Panchayatana Five shrines Hindu temple layout Quincunx Temple layout Temple complex
Style ID	`INHF-STY-0964735440-01:12:47:05:06:25:PAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/panchayatana-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/panchayatana-architecture-style`
Total Sites	3
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Sacred Contexts	Hindu temples
Associated Deities	Shiva Vishnu Durga Surya Ganesha Devi

Primary Materials	Stone Brick Varies by region Various, depending on region
Architectural Features	Central shrine Four subsidiary shrines Deity arrangement Main shrine Quincunx layout Unified platform

Title	Type	Notes
Encyclopaedia of Indian Temple Architecture	Book	General reference on temple layouts.
The Temple in South Asia	Book	Discussion of Panchayatana and other temple forms.
Hindu Temple Architecture	Book
The Meaning of Hindu Art	Book	Explores the symbolism of Panchayatana layouts.

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Jageshwar Temples Almora	Secondary	100%
Khajuraho Temples Khajuraho	Secondary	100%
Rajiv Lochan Temple Rajim	Secondary	100%

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