Question 1

What is Vikramashila architecture style?

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Known for its tantric Buddhist university complex, Vikramashila architecture likely shared features with Nalanda, emphasizing monastic living, ritual spaces, and fortified enclosures during the Pala period.

Question 2

Where is Vikramashila architecture style architecture found?

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Vikramashila architecture style architecture is primarily found in Bihar. There are 1 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

Question 3

When was Vikramashila architecture style architecture used?

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

Question 4

What materials are used in Vikramashila architecture style architecture?

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

Question 5

Which heritage sites use Vikramashila architecture style architecture?

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

Title	Vikramashila architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	Known for its tantric Buddhist university complex, Vikramashila architecture likely shared features with Nalanda, emphasizing monastic living, ritual spaces, and fortified enclosures during the Pala period.
Also Known As	Tibetan Buddhist Monastery Architecture with Indian Nalanda Vikramashila Influences Indian Nalanda Monastery Architecture Indian Vikramashila Monastery Design Tibetan Buddhist Architecture Indic Cosmological Planning Mandala-Based Design
Tags	Tantra Monastic University Brick Vihara
Style ID	`INHF-STY-6050313854-16:48:51:17:07:23:VAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/vikramashila-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/vikramashila-architecture-style`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Time Periods	8th Century CE 12th Century CE
Dynasties	Pala Dynasty

Sacred Contexts	Buddhist Monasteries Tantric Colleges
Associated Deities	Buddha Tantric Deities

Primary Materials	Brick Stone
Architectural Features	Viharas Stupas Mandala-based Layouts Fortified Walls

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