| Title | Bengal Terracotta Temple architecture styleRare |
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| Description | Characterized by the extensive use of terracotta bricks and tiles for ornamentation, this style flourished in Bengal, showcasing intricate carvings and depictions of Hindu deities and scenes from epics. |
| Also Known As | Classical Bengali Eclectic Terracotta Brick Temples Eka-ratna (single-spired) style Pancharatna (five-spired) style Navaratna (nine-spired) style Laterite construction techniques Classical Bengali hut-shaped roofs (Chala) Curvilinear 'Bangla' roof Jor Bangla style (joined huts) Islamic architectural influences (arches domes - limited) Mughal influence (decorative elements - limited) |
| Tags | Terracotta Bengal Temple Ratna Chala Jor Bangla Malla |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-1620540960-00:38:14:19:03:20:BTTAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/bengal-terracotta-temple-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/bengal-terracotta-temple-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
| Regions | West Bengal |
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| Time Periods | 17th Century CE 18th Century CE |
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| Dynasties | Malla dynasty |
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples |
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| Associated Deities | Krishna Radha Durga |
| Primary Materials | Laterite Terracotta bricks Terracotta tiles |
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| Architectural Features | Curvilinear 'Bangla' roof Chala roof (hut-shaped) Terracotta ornamentation Eka-ratna (single-spired) Pancharatna (five-spired) Navaratna (nine-spired) Jor Bangla (joined huts) |
| Keywords | Terracotta Bengal Temple Ratna Chala Jor Bangla Malla |
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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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| Bishnupur Terracotta Temples Bishnupur | Primary | 100% |