| Title | Ancient Indian Temple architecture styleRare |
|---|---|
| Description | Early forms of Indian temple architecture, characterized by simple structures and evolving construction techniques, laying the foundation for later, more elaborate styles. |
| Also Known As | Sindhi Hindu Temple Architecture with Ancient Indian Influences Ancient Indian Temple Architecture Sindhi Hindu Temple Design Medieval Hindu Architecture Colonial Period Adaptations Panchmukhi Hanuman Worship Traditions |
| Tags | Early temples Rock-cut architecture Ancient India Religious structures |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-4894181483-13:47:48:04:06:18:AITAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/ancient-indian-temple-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/ancient-indian-temple-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | Pan-Indian |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | 3rd Century BCE 6th Century CE |
|---|---|
| Dynasties | Mauryan Empire Gupta Empire |
Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Buddhist stupas Jain shrines |
|---|---|
| Associated Deities | Shiva Vishnu Yakshas Nagas |
Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Wood Brick Stone |
|---|---|
| Architectural Features | Rock-cut caves Simple shrines Pillared halls Early forms of shikhara |
Keywords
| Keywords | Early temples Rock-cut architecture Ancient India Religious structures |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| The Early Temples of India | Book | Discusses the origins and development of temple architecture in ancient India. |
Heritage Sites (1)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Panchmukhi Hanuman Temple Karachi Sindh | Secondary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Wood
Brick
Stone
Related Features
Rock-cut caves
Simple shrines
Pillared halls
Early forms of shikhara
Example Sites
How to Identify Ancient Indian Temple architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Rock-cut caves, Simple shrines, Pillared halls.
- Verify geographic location: Ancient Indian Temple architecture style architecture is typically found in Pan-Indian.
- Examine construction materials: Ancient Indian Temple architecture style typically uses Wood and Brick.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from 3rd Century BCE.
- Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.