| Title | देवदारु - Devadāru (Deodar Wood)देवदारु Devadāru |
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| Description | A durable softwood known for its aromatic properties and resistance to decay, sourced from the Himalayan cedar (Cedrus deodara). Used extensively in structural elements and carvings. |
| Tags | देवदारु Devadāru Deodar Cedar Wood Himalayas Uttarakhand |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-408987181-20-11-25-DR |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/deodar-wood |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/deodar-wood |
| Total Sites | 2 |
| Primary Sites | 2 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 20, 2025 |
| Types | Softwood Coniferous Wood |
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| Regions | Uttarakhand Himachal Pradesh Jammu and Kashmir |
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| Time Periods | Ancient Times Medieval Period CE Modern Period CE 8th century CE |
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| Dynasties | Katyuri |
| Sources | Himalayan forests Uttarkashi forests Himalayan forests near Tungnath |
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| Properties | Density: 0.49-0.55 g/cm³ Modulus of elasticity: 9-12 GPa Bending strength: 50-70 MPa Natural resistance to decay and insects Density: 0.5-0.6 g/cm³ Moisture content: 12-15% Natural decay resistance |
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| Uses | Roof beams Door frames Window frames Carvings Structural supports Structural beams Decorative carvings Roofing elements |
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| Materials | चूना - Chunā (Lime Mortar) लोहा - Lohā (Iron) राल - Rāla (Resin) लाक्षा - Lākshā (Lac) तेल - Tela (Oil) |
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| Styles | Himalayan Temple Architecture Vernacular Architecture Nagara architecture style |
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| Categories | Temple Residential Buildings |
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| Notes |
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| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Gangotri Temple Uttarkashi | Primary | 100% | |
| Tungnath Temple Rudraprayag | Primary | 100% |