| Title | Sogdian architecture styleRare |
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| Description | Characterized by rectangular layouts, mud-brick construction, and elaborate stucco decorations, Sogdian architecture reflects the cultural and commercial prosperity of Sogdiana. |
| Also Known As | Sogdian Temple Architecture with Zoroastrian-Vedic Syncretism Sogdian Architecture Zoroastrian Architecture Indian Vedic Traditions Zoroastrian-Vedic Syncretism |
| Tags | Sogdian Central Asia Mud brick Stucco Mural |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-2354272219-08:51:08:27:07:19:SAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/sogdian-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/sogdian-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
| Regions | Sughd Fergana Valley Zeravshan Valley |
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| Time Periods | 3rd Century BCE 8th Century CE |
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| Dynasties | Sogdian City-States |
| Sacred Contexts | Temples Palaces Residential complexes |
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| Associated Deities | Nana Vayu Other local deities |
| Primary Materials | |
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| Architectural Features | Rectangular enclosures Courtyards Pillar decorations Mural paintings Fortified walls |
| Keywords | Sogdian Central Asia Mud brick Stucco Mural |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| The Cambridge History of Inner Asia | Book | Provides context on Sogdian culture and history. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Panjakent Temples Sughd Tajikistan | Secondary | 100% |