| Title | Atchala architecture style |
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| Description | Atchala, or 'eight-roofed,' is a Bengali temple style distinguished by its eight sloping roofs meeting at a curved ridge, often featuring terracotta ornamentation and reflecting vernacular building traditions. |
| Tags | Atchala Bengali temple Terracotta Eight-roofed Vernacular Hindu architecture Bengal roof Temple architecture Vernacular style |
| Style ID | INHF-923888612-18-11-25-AY |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/atchala-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/atchala-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 4 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | West Bengal Bangladesh |
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| Time Periods | 17th Century CE 18th Century CE 19th Century CE |
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| Dynasties | Malla dynasty Local Zamindars Burdwan Raj |
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Shakta temples |
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| Associated Deities | Shiva Durga Krishna Kali |
| Primary Materials | Brick Terracotta Laterite Stucco |
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| Architectural Features | Eight sloping roofs Curved ridge Terracotta panels Arcuate openings Atchala roof Curvilinear form Terracotta ornamentation |
| Keywords | Atchala Bengali temple Terracotta Eight-roofed Vernacular Hindu architecture Bengal roof Temple architecture Vernacular style |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Terracotta Temples of Bengal | Book | Detailed analysis of terracotta art on Bengali temples. |
| Temples of Bengal: A Regional Study | Book | Details on roof styles in Bengal temples |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Jagannath Temple Ranchi | Secondary | 21% |
| Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar | Secondary | 21% |
| Taraknath Temple Tarakeswar | Secondary | 100% |
| Tarapith Temple Tarapith | Secondary | 100% |