| Title | Assamese Vernacular architecture styleRare |
|---|---|
| Description | Assamese Vernacular architecture reflects the climate and available materials of Assam, utilizing bamboo, wood, and thatch to create structures adapted to the region's heavy rainfall and seismic activity. |
| Also Known As | Ahom architecture Fortification Moats ramparts gateways. Ahom Architecture Tai Ahom Influences Assamese Traditional Architecture Hindu Temple Architecture (elements) Vernacular Assamese Architecture Indigenous Assamese Styles Orissan Temple Architecture (minor influences) |
| Tags | Ikra Bamboo construction Thatch roofing Chang ghar Assam |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-1892472189-10:25:53:21:07:20:AVAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/assamese-vernacular-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/assamese-vernacular-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | Assam |
|---|
Historical Context
| Time Periods | Pre-colonial Colonial Post-colonial |
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Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Domestic dwellings Community halls Agricultural structures |
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Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Bamboo Wood Thatch Mud |
|---|---|
| Architectural Features | Elevated platforms Sloping roofs Use of local materials Earthquake-resistant design |
Keywords
| Keywords | Ikra Bamboo construction Thatch roofing Chang ghar Assam |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vernacular Architecture of Assam | Article | Study of traditional building techniques. |
Heritage Sites (1)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Jorhat Fort Jorhat | Secondary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Bamboo
Wood
Thatch
Mud
Related Features
Elevated platforms
Sloping roofs
Use of local materials
Earthquake-resistant design
Example Sites
How to Identify Assamese Vernacular architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Elevated platforms, Sloping roofs, Use of local materials.
- Verify geographic location: Assamese Vernacular architecture style architecture is typically found in Assam.
- Examine construction materials: Assamese Vernacular architecture style typically uses Bamboo and Wood.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from Pre-colonial.
- Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.