| Title | Cham architecture style |
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| Description | Cham architecture, developed in the Champa kingdom (present-day Vietnam), exhibits influences from Indian styles, particularly Dravida, adapted to local materials and incorporating unique tower designs. |
| Tags | Kalan Champa Brick temple Tower sanctuary Southeast Asian Hindu Hindu Temple Vietnam Southeast Asian architecture Hindu-Buddhist architecture |
| Style ID | INHF-984698205-18-11-25-CE |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/style/cham-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/cham-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 0 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Central Vietnam Ninh Thuan Binh Dinh |
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| Time Periods | 2nd-15th century CE 7th-15th century CE 7th century CE 8th century CE 9th century CE 10th century CE 11th century CE 12th century CE 13th century CE 14th century CE 15th century CE |
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| Dynasties | Cham dynasties Champa kingdoms Champa |
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Buddhist temples |
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| Associated Deities | Shiva Vishnu Lakshmi Brahma Devi Buddha |
| Primary Materials | Brick Sandstone |
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| Architectural Features | Kalan (tower) Mandapa Gopura-like structures Brick construction Gopura-like entrances Sandstone carvings Brick carvings |
| Keywords | Kalan Champa Brick temple Tower sanctuary Southeast Asian Hindu Hindu Temple Vietnam Southeast Asian architecture Hindu-Buddhist architecture |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Art and Archaeology of Champa | Book | Comprehensive study of Cham art and architecture. |