Question 1

What is Shakta architecture style?

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Shakta architecture, found across India, emphasizes temples dedicated to the Goddess (Shakti), often featuring unique iconographic programs and ritual spaces tailored to Shakta practices.

Question 2

Where is Shakta architecture style architecture found?

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Shakta architecture style architecture is primarily found in Pan-Indian, Bengal, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Kerala. There are 4 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

Question 3

When was Shakta architecture style architecture used?

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Shakta architecture style architecture was used during Ancient-Present, 6th-19th century CE, Ancient to present, Ancient times onwards. It is associated with the Gupta, Pala, Chola dynasty/period.

Question 4

What materials are used in Shakta architecture style architecture?

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Shakta architecture style architecture typically uses Stone, Brick, Wood, Paint. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Question 5

Which heritage sites use Shakta architecture style architecture?

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There are 4 heritage sites documented with Shakta architecture style architecture.  You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Title	Shakta architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 4 heritage sites) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 4 heritage sites)
Description	Shakta architecture, found across India, emphasizes temples dedicated to the Goddess (Shakti), often featuring unique iconographic programs and ritual spaces tailored to Shakta practices.
Also Known As	Dravidian Hindu Temple Architecture with South Indian Shakta Architectural Iconographic Influences South Indian Dravidian Architecture Tamil Shakta Temple Design Pallava Architecture Chola Architecture Pandya Architecture Contemporary Dravidian Temple Architecture with Reinforced Concrete Frame Dravidian Temple Architecture Shakta Temple Typology Sri Lankan Diaspora Planning Contemporary Concrete Construction Australian Multicultural Venue Design Indo-Australian Structural Collaboration Navaratri Festival Layout Dravidian Shakta Temple Architecture with Paadal Petra Concept Shakta Iconography Contemporary Heritage Construction Paadal Petra Inspiration Contemporary Dravidian Temple Architecture with Fortress Motifs Dravidian Kali Temple Architecture Fortress-Inspired Saivite Design Urban Temple-Civic Hybrid
Tags	Shakta Goddess Devi Temple Iconography Shakti Mahavidya Tantra Feminine Divine Yantra Goddess temple Feminine divine Protective imagery
Style ID	`INHF-STY-0167906574-14:53:13:23:08:18:SAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/shakta-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/shakta-architecture-style`
Total Sites	4
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Time Periods	Ancient-Present 6th-19th century CE Ancient to present Ancient times onwards
Dynasties	Gupta Pala Chola

Sacred Contexts	Shakta temples Shakta temples, Shakti Peethas, Tantric worship sites Hindu temples Goddess shrines
Associated Deities	Durga Lakshmi Saraswati Kali Parvati Shakti

Primary Materials	Stone Brick Wood Paint
Architectural Features	Yoni-pitha Garbhagriha Mandapa Iconography of Goddesses Yoni-shaped altars Images of the Mahavidyas Circular or octagonal layouts Shrines dedicated to various forms of Shakti Yantra-based layouts Shrines dedicated to goddesses Vibrant colors Symbolic imagery Protective motifs

Title	Type	Notes
Shakti: Realm of the Divine Mother	book
Tantric Art	Book	Exploration of the iconography and symbolism in Shakta temples.
Hindu Goddesses: Visions of the Divine Feminine in the Hindu Religious Tradition	Book	Exploration of the iconography and significance of Hindu goddesses.
Shakti and Shakta	Book	Study of the Shakta tradition and its influence on temple architecture.

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