| Title | प्राकृतिक गुफा - Prakritik Guphā (Natural Cave)प्राकृतिक गुफा Prakritik Guphā |
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| Description | प्राकृतिक गुफा - Prakritik Guphā (Natural Cave) refers to naturally occurring subterranean spaces, often formed in limestone or sandstone, utilized for shelter, religious purposes, or storage. Their microclimate features stable temperature and humidity. |
| Tags | प्राकृतिक गुफा Prakritik Guphā Cave Rock-cut Limestone Sandstone |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-771782389-20-11-25-PP |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/natural-cave |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/natural-cave |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 20, 2025 |
| Types | Natural Rock Formation Limestone Cave Sandstone Cave |
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| Regions | Maharashtra Madhya Pradesh Andhra Pradesh |
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| Time Periods | 3rd century BCE Early Historic Period |
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| Dynasties | Maurya Satavahana |
| Sources | Ajanta Caves Ellora Caves Karla Caves |
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| Properties | Variable thermal inertia High humidity Stable temperature Geological composition dependent on region |
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| Uses | Rock-cut architecture Monasteries Temples Shelter |
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| Materials | Shilā (Stone) चूना - Chunā (Lime Mortar) Kāshtha (Wood) |
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| Styles | Rock-cut architecture |
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| Categories | Cave Temples Monasteries |
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| Notes |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Rock-Cut Temples of India | Book | Geological and architectural analysis |
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Kyauk Gu Ohnmin Temple Bagan | Primary | 100% |