| Title | Bengal Chala architecture styleRare |
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| Description | The Chala style, distinctive to Bengal, features a curved roof inspired by traditional Bengali village huts, often seen in temple architecture and characterized by its sloping eaves. |
| Also Known As | Bengali Navaratna Temple Religious Nine spires around central. Bengali Temple Architecture Navaratna Style Chala Style Ratna Style Hindu Temple Architecture of Bengal Terracotta Temple Architecture North Indian Temple Style influences Mughal Architectural Influences (minor in decorative elements) |
| Tags | Chala Bengal roof Curved roof Temple architecture |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-7381599149-08:51:57:20:05:23:BCAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/bengal-chala-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/bengal-chala-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
| Regions | West Bengal |
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| Time Periods | 17th Century CE 18th Century CE 19th Century CE |
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| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples |
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| Associated Deities | Krishna Durga Shiva |
| Primary Materials | Brick Terracotta |
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| Architectural Features | Curvilinear roof Sloping eaves Terracotta panels |
| Keywords | Chala Bengal roof Curved roof Temple architecture |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Terracotta Temples of Bengal | Book | Focuses on the terracotta art and architecture |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
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| Hangseshwari Temple Bansberia | Secondary | 100% |