| Title | Assamese architecture styleRare |
|---|---|
| Description | Characterized by its unique adaptation of Nagara and other regional styles, Assamese temple architecture features distinctive roof structures, often incorporating local materials and responding to the region's climate. |
| Also Known As | Nagara architecture style Kalinga architecture style Gupta architecture style Gupta Architecture Kalinga Architecture Later Koch Style Phamsana Style Rekha-Deul Style (related to Nagara) Traditional Assamese Temple Architecture Orissan Temple Architecture Naga-influenced unknown sculptural ornamentation. Gupta Period Influences Naga Architectural Elements Early Medieval Hindu Temple Style Orissan Temple Architecture Influences Traditional Arunachali Architecture Assamese Temple Style |
| Tags | Assam Temple Manikuta Shikhara Regional Style Namghar Assam Ekasara Sloping Roof |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-4566335763-23:03:18:13:09:21:AAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/assamese-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/assamese-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 2 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | Assam Arunachal Pradesh |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | 7th-19th century CE Medieval Period |
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| Dynasties | Varman Dynasty Pala Dynasty of Assam Koch Dynasty Ahom Dynasty |
Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu Temples Hindu temples Namghars |
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| Associated Deities | Shiva Vishnu Durga Kamakhya |
Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Brick Stone Wood Bamboo Thatch |
|---|---|
| Architectural Features | Curvilinear Shikhara Thatched Roofs Manikuta Kirtistambha Sloping roofs Elevated platforms Manikutas Kirtistambhas |
Keywords
| Keywords | Assam Temple Manikuta Shikhara Regional Style Namghar Assam Ekasara Sloping Roof |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Art and Architecture of Assam | Book | Overview of Assamese art and architecture. |
Heritage Sites (2)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Asvakranta Temple Guwahati | Secondary | 100% |
| Malinithan Temple Likabali | Secondary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Brick
Stone
Wood
Bamboo
Thatch
Related Features
Curvilinear Shikhara
Thatched Roofs
Manikuta
Kirtistambha
Sloping roofs
Elevated platforms
Manikutas
Kirtistambhas
Example Sites
How to Identify Assamese architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Curvilinear Shikhara, Thatched Roofs, Manikuta.
- Verify geographic location: Assamese architecture style architecture is typically found in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh.
- Examine construction materials: Assamese architecture style typically uses Brick and Stone.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from 7th-19th century CE.
- Compare with documented examples: 2 heritage sites use this architectural style.