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Assam Temple architecture style

4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Rare
4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
DescriptionCharacterized by its distinctive regional adaptations, Assam Temple architecture often features tiered structures, incorporating local materials and reflecting the cultural landscape of the Brahmaputra Valley.
Also Known As
Nilachal
Eclectic
Tiered
hybrid
local influences.
Nilachal style
Typical Assam temple architecture
Ahom influence
Koch influence
Eclectic mix of styles prevalent in the region
Tantric influences
Influence of vernacular architecture
Tags
Assam
Regional
Ekamra
Style ID
INHF-STY-6651562845-00:06:21:07:10:20:ATAS
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/assam-temple-architecture-style
API Endpoint
https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/assam-temple-architecture-style
Total Sites1
Primary Sites0
CreatedNovember 19, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 29, 2025

External References

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Regions

Regions
Assam

Historical Context

Dynasties
Ahom Dynasty
Koch Dynasty

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts
Hindu Temple

Architectural Details

Primary Materials
Stone
Brick
Wood
Architectural Features
Tiered superstructure
Regional ornamentation
Indigenous materials

Keywords

Keywords
Assam
Regional
Ekamra

Heritage Sites (1)

Site NameStatusConfidence
Kamakhya Temple Guwahati
Secondary
100%

See Also

Related Materials

Stone
Brick
Wood

Related Features

Tiered superstructure
Regional ornamentation
Indigenous materials

Example Sites

Kamakhya Temple Guwahati
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How to Identify Assam Temple architecture style

  1. Look for characteristic features: Tiered superstructure, Regional ornamentation, Indigenous materials.
  2. Verify geographic location: Assam Temple architecture style architecture is typically found in Assam.
  3. Examine construction materials: Assam Temple architecture style typically uses Stone and Brick.
  4. Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

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