| Title | Bengali Vernacular architecture styleRare |
|---|---|
| Description | Traditional building practices in Bengal, characterized by local materials like bamboo, mud, and thatch, adapted to the region's climate and culture, often featuring sloping roofs and courtyards. |
| Also Known As | Indo-Saracenic Revival Palatial Blends Mughal Islamic Hindu elements. Islamic Architecture Mughal Architecture Rajput Architecture Indo-Saracenic Revival Architecture Hindu Temple Architecture Bengali Vernacular Architecture |
| Tags | Rural Traditional Climate-responsive Sustainable |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-8854672662-00:14:47:24:07:20:BVAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/bengali-vernacular-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/bengali-vernacular-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | West Bengal Bangladesh Tripura |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | Pre-Colonial Colonial Post-Colonial |
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Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Rural households Community spaces |
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Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Bamboo Mud Thatch Wood |
|---|---|
| Architectural Features | Sloping roofs Courtyards Verandas Elevated platforms |
Keywords
| Keywords | Rural Traditional Climate-responsive Sustainable |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Enamul Haque, History of Bengal | Book |
Heritage Sites (1)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Neermahal Palace Melaghar Tripura | Secondary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Bamboo
Mud
Thatch
Wood
Related Features
Sloping roofs
Courtyards
Verandas
Elevated platforms
Example Sites
How to Identify Bengali Vernacular architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Sloping roofs, Courtyards, Verandas.
- Verify geographic location: Bengali Vernacular architecture style architecture is typically found in West Bengal and Bangladesh.
- Examine construction materials: Bengali Vernacular architecture style typically uses Bamboo and Mud.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from Pre-Colonial.
- Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.