What is Assamese Temple architecture style?

Assamese temple architecture reflects a regional style incorporating local materials and adapting pan-Indian Nagara elements with distinct Assamese features.

Where is Assamese Temple architecture style architecture found?

Assamese Temple architecture style architecture is primarily found in Assam, Manipur. There are 3 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

When was Assamese Temple architecture style architecture used?

Assamese Temple architecture style architecture was used during Medieval Period, Ahom Period, Colonial Period. It is associated with the Ahom dynasty, Koch dynasty dynasty/period.

What materials are used in Assamese Temple architecture style architecture?

Assamese Temple architecture style architecture typically uses Brick, Stone, Wood, Timber, Bamboo. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Which heritage sites use Assamese Temple architecture style architecture?

There are 3 heritage sites documented with Assamese Temple architecture style architecture. 1 sites use this as their primary architectural style. You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Assamese Temple architecture style | Inheritage Foundation Art & Architecture Thesaurus | Inheritage Foundation

Title	Assamese Temple architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 3 heritage sites) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 3 heritage sites)
Description	Assamese temple architecture reflects a regional style incorporating local materials and adapting pan-Indian Nagara elements with distinct Assamese features.
Also Known As	Ahom architecture Eclectic Tai influences blended with local materials. Tai Ahom Architecture Assamese Temple Style Orissan Temple Architecture Koch Architecture Mughal Architecture (limited influence) Nagara Architecture (subtle influence) Traditional Ahom Bamboo Wood Construction Vernacular Manipuri Religious. Timber brick gilded. Nagara Architecture Hindu Temple Architecture of Manipur Meitei Traditional Architecture Dravidian Architecture (minor influence) Vernacular Manipuri Architecture Ahom Assamese Hindu – vernacular – wood stone Nagara architecture Koch architecture Typical Assamese temple architecture Hindu temple architecture Eclectic influences (colonial era additions) Traditional Assam religious architecture
Tags	Assam Temple Shikhara Nagara influence Regional style Vernacular Ekamukha Chala Devalaya Manikut
Style ID	`INHF-STY-9253246733-23:20:03:20:03:18:ATAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/assamese-temple-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/assamese-temple-architecture-style`
Total Sites	3
Primary Sites	1
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

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Regions

Regions	Assam Manipur

Historical Context

Time Periods	Medieval Period Ahom Period Colonial Period
Dynasties	Ahom dynasty Koch dynasty

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts	Hindu temples
Associated Deities	Shiva Durga Vishnu Kamakhya

Architectural Details

Primary Materials	Brick Stone Wood Timber Bamboo
Architectural Features	Curvilinear shikhara Ratha projections Mandapa Garbhagriha Thatched-style roofs Manikutas Chala roof Devalaya Manikut Singhadwara

Keywords

Keywords	Assam Temple Shikhara Nagara influence Regional style Vernacular Ekamukha Chala Devalaya Manikut

Recommended Sources

Title	Type	Notes
The Temples of Assam	Book	Detailed study of temple architecture in Assam.
Temples and Legends of Assam	book	Details regional variations in temple construction.
Temples of Assam	Book	Overview of temple architecture in Assam.

Heritage Sites (3)

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Charaideo Ahom Royal Palace	Primary	100%
Shree Govindajee Temple Imphal	Secondary	100%
Umananda Temple Guwahati	Secondary	100%

How to Identify Assamese Temple architecture style

Look for characteristic features: Curvilinear shikhara, Ratha projections, Mandapa.
Verify geographic location: Assamese Temple architecture style architecture is typically found in Assam and Manipur.
Examine construction materials: Assamese Temple architecture style typically uses Brick and Stone.
Consider historical context: This style dates from Medieval Period.
Compare with documented examples: 3 heritage sites use this architectural style.

Assamese Temple architecture style

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Historical Context

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Heritage Sites (3)

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