| Title | Deula architecture style |
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| Description | Deula architecture, specific to Odisha, denotes a temple characterized by its distinct components: the rekha deula (sanctum), pidha deula (assembly hall), and nata-mandira (dance hall). |
| Tags | Deula Rekha Pidha Kalinga Odisha temple Jagamohana Odishan temple |
| Style ID | INHF-522531063-18-11-25-DY |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/deula-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/deula-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 4 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Odisha |
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| Time Periods | 7th century CE to 13th century CE 7th century CE 13th century CE |
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| Dynasties | Somavamshi dynasty Eastern Ganga dynasty |
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples |
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| Associated Deities | Jagannath Shiva Durga |
| Primary Materials | Laterite Sandstone |
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| Architectural Features | Rekha Deula Pidha Deula Nata-mandira Jagamohana Nata-Mandira Bhoga-Mandap |
| Keywords | Deula Rekha Pidha Kalinga Odisha temple Jagamohana Odishan temple |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Donaldson, 'Hindu Temple Art of Orissa' | Book | Detailed study of Orissan temple art and architecture. |
| K.C. Panigrahi, 'History of Orissa' | Book | Historical context for Orissan temple development. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Brahmeswara Temple Bhubaneswar | Secondary | 100% |
| Gundicha Temple Puri | Secondary | 100% |
| Mukteswara Temple Bhubaneswar | Secondary | 100% |
| Puri Palace Puri | Secondary | 100% |