| Title | Ceylon Tamil architecture style |
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| Description | Ceylon Tamil architecture, a regional variant of Dravida, exhibits unique adaptations influenced by Sri Lankan materials, climate, and cultural context, particularly in Saiva temples. |
| Tags | Sri Lankan temple Jaffna style Saiva Siddhanta Dravida influence |
| Style ID | INHF-601762341-18-11-25-CH |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/ceylon-tamil-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/ceylon-tamil-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Sri Lanka Jaffna |
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| Time Periods | 10th-20th century CE |
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| Dynasties | Jaffna Kingdom |
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Saiva temples |
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| Associated Deities | Shiva Murugan Ganesha |
| Primary Materials | Brick Stone Lime plaster |
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| Architectural Features | Gopurams Mandapams Sculptures Pillared halls Water tanks |
| Keywords | Sri Lankan temple Jaffna style Saiva Siddhanta Dravida influence |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Arts and Architecture of the Tamil People | book | Details on Tamil architectural traditions in Sri Lanka. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
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| Sri Kandaswamy Kovil Brickfields Kuala Lumpur | Secondary | 100% |