| Title | Chalukya architecture styleUncommon |
|---|---|
| Description | Chalukya architecture, encompassing Badami Chalukya and Western Chalukya styles, features a blend of Nagara and Dravida elements, characterized by intricate carvings, stellate plans, and the use of sandstone. |
| Also Known As | Kakatiya Dravida Sculptural articulation of walls. Badami Chalukyan Architecture Dravida Architecture Kakatiya Architecture Chalukya-Hoysala Transitional Style Vijayanagara Architecture Deccani Architecture South Indian Temple Architecture Chalukya architecture Hindu military Fortified city with ornate gates. Maru-Gurjara Architecture Solanki Style Paramara Influences Kalinga Architectural Elements Chalukyan Style Hoysala Temple Architecture (minor) Vestiges of Dravidian Idioms Chalukya style Hindu temple Nagara (curvilinear spire) Sompura Style of Gujarat Architecture Kalinga Architecture Chalukya Architecture Influences Hoysala Architectural Influences Rajasthani Architectural Influences Nagara Architecture Hindu Temple Rock-cut Chalukya Architecture Sompura Style Gujarat Regional Style Surya Temple Influences Dravida South Indian intricate carvings gopuram. Dravidian Architecture Kerala Architecture Hoysala Architecture Kadamba Architecture Badami Chalukya influences Later Western Chalukya elements Kadamba-Yadava stepped pyramidal tower. Chalukyan Dravidian Jain Hoysala Later Chola Vijayanagara Indo-Portuguese Religious Eclecticism blends Indian Portuguese elements. Goan Temple Architecture Konkani Temple Architecture Chalukyan Architecture Indo-Portuguese Architecture Hemadpanti · Regional Indo-Islamic · Trabeate construction Hemadpanti Architecture Later Yadava Style Dravidian influences (especially in the Vimana) Nagara influences (amalgamated with Dravidian) Regional Deccan Style Maratha Architectural elements (later additions) Hoysala influences (subtle potentially in decorative elements) Pyramidal stepped tower. Orissan Temple Architecture Badami Chalukya Architecture Eastern Ganga Architecture Chalukya Nagara Style Solanki style (Maru-Gurjara Architecture) Hindu Temple Architecture Gujarati architectural traditions Rajasthani architectural influences Traditional timber framing (earlier iterations) Stone carving traditions of Western India Kakatiya architecture Deccan ornate carved stone Badami Chalukya Style Hoysala Influences Early Western Chalukya elements Later Chalukya elements |
| Tags | Chalukyas Vesara Temple architecture Karnataka architecture Deccan architecture Fort architecture Vesara architecture Dravida Nagara Chalukya Stellate plan Carvings Hindu Temple Jain Temple Chalukyan art Temple construction Pillared halls Karnataka Badami Chalukya Kalyani Chalukya Gadag style Vesara influence Deccan Badami Kalyani Pattadakal Aihole |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-2762300603-23:14:38:01:07:23:CAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/chalukya-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/chalukya-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 15 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | Karnataka Andhra Pradesh Maharashtra Telangana Gujarat |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | 6th century CE 7th century CE 8th century CE 10th century CE 11th century CE 12th century CE 9th century CE 6th-12th century CE 6th Century CE 7th Century CE 8th Century CE 9th Century CE 10th Century CE 11th Century CE 12th Century CE |
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| Dynasties | Badami Chalukyas Western Chalukyas Early Chalukyas Western Chalukyas (Kalyani Chalukyas) Eastern Chalukyas (Vengi Chalukyas) Solanki Dynasty Eastern Chalukyas Western Chalukya dynasty Eastern Chalukya dynasty Western Chalukya Dynasty Eastern Chalukya Dynasty |
Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Jain temples |
|---|---|
| Associated Deities | Shiva Vishnu Jain Tirthankaras Surya Devi Jinas Jina |
Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Sandstone Basalt Soapstone |
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| Architectural Features | Vesara style Stellate plans Pillared halls Intricate carvings Vesara style shikharas Kirtimukha Vesara style (blend of Nagara and Dravida) Kirtimukhas Stellate plan Vesara style (hybrid of Nagara and Dravida) Perforated screens Elevated platforms Stepwells Vesara style elements Stepped wells Gopurams Vesara style temples |
Keywords
| Keywords | Chalukyas Vesara Temple architecture Karnataka architecture Deccan architecture Fort architecture Vesara architecture Dravida Nagara Chalukya Stellate plan Carvings Hindu Temple Jain Temple Chalukyan art Temple construction Pillared halls Karnataka Badami Chalukya Kalyani Chalukya Gadag style Vesara influence Deccan Badami Kalyani Pattadakal Aihole |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| The Art and Architecture of the Indian Subcontinent | Book | Sections on Chalukya architectural contributions. |
| Indian Architecture (Buddhist and Hindu Period) | book | Classic survey of Indian architectural history. |
| Indian Architecture (Buddhist and Hindu Periods) | Book | Classic survey of Indian architectural history. |
| Chalukyan Architecture | Book | |
| Chalukyan Art | Book | Detailed analysis of Chalukyan artistic achievements. |
| Adam Hardy, 'Indian Temple Architecture: Form and Transformation' | book | Detailed analysis of Indian temple architecture, including Chalukya styles. |
| Indian Architecture (Buddhist, Hindu, Jain) | Book | Comprehensive overview of Chalukya architectural contributions. |
Heritage Sites (15)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Bellary Fort Bellary | Secondary | 100% |
| Bhadrakali Temple Warangal | Secondary | 100% |
| Dabhoi Fort Vadodara | Secondary | 100% |
| Dwarkadhish Temple Dwarka | Secondary | 100% |
| Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple Fudam Diu | Secondary | 100% |
| Grishneshwar Temple Verul | Secondary | 100% |
| Kollur Mookambika Temple Udupi | Secondary | 100% |
| Mahadeva Temple Tambdi Surla Goa | Secondary | 100% |
| Maruti Temple Panaji | Secondary | 100% |
| Reis Magos Fort Panaji | Secondary | 100% |
| Shri Saptakoteshwar Temple Narve Goa | Secondary | 100% |
| Siddheshwar Temple Solapur | Secondary | 100% |
| Simhachalam Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Temple Visakhapatnam | Secondary | 100% |
| Somnath Temple Veraval | Secondary | 100% |
| Warangal Fort Warangal | Secondary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Sandstone
Basalt
Soapstone
Related Features
Vesara style
Stellate plans
Pillared halls
Intricate carvings
Vesara style shikharas
Kirtimukha
Vesara style (blend of Nagara and Dravida)
Kirtimukhas
Stellate plan
Vesara style (hybrid of Nagara and Dravida)
Perforated screens
Elevated platforms
Stepwells
Vesara style elements
Stepped wells
Gopurams
Vesara style temples
How to Identify Chalukya architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Vesara style, Stellate plans, Pillared halls.
- Verify geographic location: Chalukya architecture style architecture is typically found in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.
- Examine construction materials: Chalukya architecture style typically uses Sandstone and Basalt.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from 6th century CE.
- Compare with documented examples: 15 heritage sites use this architectural style.