Question 1

What is Vernacular Northeast Indian architecture style?

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Indigenous building traditions of Northeast India, adapted to local climate and materials, often featuring bamboo, wood, and thatch, reflecting diverse tribal cultures and beliefs.

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Where is Vernacular Northeast Indian architecture style architecture found?

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Vernacular Northeast Indian architecture style architecture is primarily found in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim. There are 1 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

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When was Vernacular Northeast Indian architecture style architecture used?

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Vernacular Northeast Indian architecture style architecture was used during Pre-colonial to present.

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What materials are used in Vernacular Northeast Indian architecture style architecture?

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Vernacular Northeast Indian architecture style architecture typically uses Bamboo, Wood, Thatch, Stone. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

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Which heritage sites use Vernacular Northeast Indian architecture style architecture?

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There are 1 heritage sites documented with Vernacular Northeast Indian architecture style architecture.  You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Title	Vernacular Northeast Indian architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	Indigenous building traditions of Northeast India, adapted to local climate and materials, often featuring bamboo, wood, and thatch, reflecting diverse tribal cultures and beliefs.
Also Known As	Unknown Religious Nagara Architecture Kalinga Architecture Traditional Mizo Architecture Vernacular Architecture of Northeast India Hindu Temple Architecture of Bengal Elements of Dravidian Architecture (e.g. Gopuram influences albeit subtly) Generic North Indian Temple features
Tags	Northeast India Bamboo Wood Thatch Vernacular
Style ID	`INHF-STY-0388144363-21:07:02:05:09:18:VNIAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/vernacular-northeast-indian-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/vernacular-northeast-indian-architecture-style`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Sacred Contexts	Traditional dwellings Community halls Sacred groves
Associated Deities	Local deities Animistic spirits

Primary Materials	Bamboo Wood Thatch Stone
Architectural Features	Stilt houses Sloping roofs Bamboo construction Earthen walls

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