| Title | Ahom architecture style |
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| Description | Ahom architecture, originating in Assam, is characterized by its unique blend of indigenous Assamese traditions with influences from other regional styles, often incorporating elements suited to the local climate and materials. |
| Tags | Assam Ahom Dochala Vernacular Earthen Brick Pointed arch Karenghar Temple Palace Brick Architecture Tai Ahom Assam architecture Brick temple Talatal Ghar Tai Boat-roof Ekamukha Ghar Namghar Chala Burunji Maidam Tai-Ahom Fortification Kareng Ghar Indigenous Vaulted Manikuta Timber Pyramidal Kareng Pavilion Sloping Roof Assamese Architecture Do-chala Ekasringa Temple architecture Assamese Moat Rampart Brick architecture Sloping roof Ahom Kingdom Palace architecture Tai architecture Ekasala Dwisala Kirtanghar |
| Style ID | INHF-955929318-18-11-25-AE |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/ahom-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/ahom-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 27 |
| Primary Sites | 11 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Assam Meghalaya Nagaland Arunachal Pradesh Arunachal Pradesh (influenced) |
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| Time Periods | 13th century CE 14th century CE 15th century CE 16th century CE 17th century CE 18th century CE 19th century CE 13th-19th century CE 21st century CE 13th century CE to 19th century CE 17th Century CE 18th Century CE |
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| Dynasties | Ahom dynasty Ahom Kingdom Ahom Dynasty |
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Royal palaces Temples Palaces Burials Hindu temple architecture Fortifications Secular structures Buddhist shrines Royal Pavilions Royal Palaces Fortified Cities Hindu Temples Royal buildings |
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| Associated Deities | Shiva Durga Vishnu Local Deities Local deities Other Hindu deities Buddhist deities Indigenous deities Hindu deities |
| Primary Materials | Brick Wood Bamboo Stone Timber Earthen materials Lime mortar Terracotta Lime Mortar |
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| Architectural Features | Dochala roofs Gable ends Keystone arches Extensive use of wood Earthen Plasters Pointed arches Octagonal plan Keeled arch Ornamental gateways Talatal Ghar Kareng Ghar Temples with curvilinear shikhara Elongated structures Brick construction Ornamental details Talatal Ghar (underground tunnels) Boat-shaped roof Curvilinear cornices Extensive ornamentation Open pavilions Dochala roof Namghar Singhaduar Boat-shaped roofs (chala) Ramparts Gateways Moats Octagonal Garbhagriha Multi-tiered structures Vaulted roofs Relief carvings Use of indigenous materials Ornamental brickwork Manikutas Pyramidal shikhara Ikra construction Char-chala roof Kareng Sloping roofs Kirtistambha Namghars Karenghar Do-chala roof Ekasringa style Tapering pyramidal roof Vaulted structures Kareng Ghar (palace) Ranghar (amphitheatre) Temples with Orissan influences Multi-storied structures Extensive courtyards Elaborate gateways Octagonal plans Elaborate carvings Use of brick and stone Boat-shaped roof (chala) Extensive wood carvings Lion motifs |
| Keywords | Assam Ahom Dochala Vernacular Earthen Brick Pointed arch Karenghar Temple Palace Brick Architecture Tai Ahom Assam architecture Brick temple Talatal Ghar Tai Boat-roof Ekamukha Ghar Namghar Chala Burunji Maidam Tai-Ahom Fortification Kareng Ghar Indigenous Vaulted Manikuta Timber Pyramidal Kareng Pavilion Sloping Roof Assamese Architecture Do-chala Ekasringa Temple architecture Assamese Moat Rampart Brick architecture Sloping roof Ahom Kingdom Palace architecture Tai architecture Ekasala Dwisala Kirtanghar |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Ancient monuments of Assam | Book | Overview of Ahom architectural features. |
| The Art and Architecture of the Ahom Kingdom | Book | Detailed analysis of Ahom architectural heritage |
| The Tai and the Tai Kingdoms | Book | |
| Art and Architecture of the Ahom Kingdom | book | Exploration of Ahom architectural styles and influences |
| The Ahom Kingdom: Society, State and Polity | Book | Provides context on Ahom rule and cultural influences. |
| Ahom Kingdom | Book | General history and architectural context. |
| Ahom Architecture of Assam | Book | Comprehensive overview of Ahom architectural traditions. |
| Assam State Museum Publications | Book | Relevant sections on Ahom architecture. |
| Cultural Heritage of Assam | Book | Discusses Ahom architectural traditions. |
| The Ahom Kingdom: Society, State and the Integration Process in Medieval Assam | Book | Provides context on Ahom cultural influences. |
| Vaishnavite Shrines of Assam | Book | Details on Ahom architectural elements in temples. |
| Ahom Architecture | Article | Overview of Ahom architectural features. |
| Visible Heritage Documentation Project: Temples of Assam | website | Documentation of Ahom temples. |
| Archaeological Survey of India Reports | Report | Relevant sections on Ahom monuments |
| Art and Architecture of Assam | Book | Provides an overview of Ahom architectural features. |