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Title

Ahom-Nagara architecture style

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DescriptionA synthesis of Nagara elements with local Ahom architectural traditions, often seen in temple construction in Assam, Northeast India.
Also Known As
Nagara
Vesara Style
Hindu Temple
Curvilinear tower
intricate carvings
Nagara Architecture
Kalinga Architecture Influences
Hindu Temple Architecture (Generic)
Central Indian Temple Style
Ahom Influences (Assam
Northeast)
Koch Influences (Bengal
Traditional Naga Architectural Elements
Tags
Ahom architecture
Nagara influence
Assam temples
Shikhara
Local materials
Style ID
INHF-STY-9227686394-14:54:55:19:08:25:ANAS
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/ahom-nagara-architecture-style
API Endpoint
https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/ahom-nagara-architecture-style
Total Sites1
Primary Sites0
CreatedNovember 19, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 29, 2025

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Regions

Regions
Assam
Northeast India

Historical Context

Time Periods
13th-19th century CE
Dynasties
Ahom kingdom

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts
Hindu temples
Associated Deities
Shiva
Durga
Vishnu

Architectural Details

Primary Materials
Brick
Stone
Wood
Architectural Features
Nagara shikhara
Local Assam motifs
Use of brick and wood
Elevated platforms

Keywords

Keywords
Ahom architecture
Nagara influence
Assam temples
Shikhara
Local materials

Recommended Sources

TitleTypeNotes
Art and Architecture of the Ahom KingdomBookDetails on Ahom architectural styles and influences

Heritage Sites (1)

Site NameStatusConfidence
This prompt contains contradictory information. Dimapur is in Nagaland, not Rajasthan. A Rajasthani journalist wouldn't specialize in Nagaland's sites. Further, the prompt asks for a *Rajasthani* format, but for a site *outside* Rajasthan. However, following the requested format as best as possible: Shiv Temple Dimapur
Secondary
100%

See Also

Related Materials

Brick
Stone
Wood

Related Features

Nagara shikhara
Local Assam motifs
Use of brick and wood
Elevated platforms

Example Sites

This prompt contains contradictory information. Dimapur is in Nagaland, not Rajasthan. A Rajasthani journalist wouldn't specialize in Nagaland's sites. Further, the prompt asks for a *Rajasthani* format, but for a site *outside* Rajasthan. However, following the requested format as best as possible: Shiv Temple Dimapur
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How to Identify Ahom-Nagara architecture style

  1. Look for characteristic features: Nagara shikhara, Local Assam motifs, Use of brick and wood.
  2. Verify geographic location: Ahom-Nagara architecture style architecture is typically found in Assam and Northeast India.
  3. Examine construction materials: Ahom-Nagara architecture style typically uses Brick and Stone.
  4. Consider historical context: This style dates from 13th-19th century CE.
  5. Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

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