| Title | Bengal Navaratna architecture style |
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| Description | The Navaratna style, originating in Bengal, is characterized by nine spires or ratnas crowning the structure, often arranged around a central tower, and frequently adorned with terracotta ornamentation. |
| Tags | Navaratna Ratna Bengal temple Terracotta Chala roof |
| Style ID | INHF-481626654-18-11-25-BA |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/bengal-navaratna-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/bengal-navaratna-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | West Bengal |
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| Time Periods | 18th Century CE 19th Century CE |
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| Dynasties | Bansberia Royal Family |
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples |
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| Associated Deities | Shiva Shakti |
| Primary Materials | Brick Terracotta |
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| Architectural Features | Nine spires (ratnas) Curvilinear roof (Chala) Terracotta ornamentation Triple-arched entrances |
| Keywords | Navaratna Ratna Bengal temple Terracotta Chala roof |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Banglar Mandir | Book | Comprehensive study of Bengal temples |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
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| Hangseshwari Temple Bansberia | Primary | 100% |