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Early Medieval Temple architecture style

4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
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4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
DescriptionEarly Medieval temples across India showcase regional variations in Nagara and Dravida styles, reflecting evolving religious practices and dynastic patronage.
Also Known As
Nagara Architecture
Hindu Temple
Sloping roofs
stone walls
Himalayan Architecture
Katyuri Dynasty Style
North Indian Temple Architecture
Grey Stone Temple Architecture
Early Medieval Temple Style
Panch Kedara Architectural Style
Tags
Temple Architecture
Indian Architecture
Hindu Architecture
Style ID
INHF-STY-7194963235-07:11:41:26:11:23:EMTAS
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/early-medieval-temple-architecture-style
API Endpoint
https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/early-medieval-temple-architecture-style
Total Sites1
Primary Sites0
CreatedNovember 19, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 29, 2025

External References

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Regions

Regions
Pan-Indian

Historical Context

Time Periods
6th-13th century CE
Dynasties
Various regional dynasties

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts
Hindu Temple
Associated Deities
Various Hindu deities

Architectural Details

Primary Materials
Stone
Brick
Architectural Features
Shikhara
Garbhagriha
Mandapa

Keywords

Keywords
Temple Architecture
Indian Architecture
Hindu Architecture

Recommended Sources

TitleTypeNotes
The Art of Ancient India by Susan L. HuntingtonbookGeneral reference on ancient Indian art.

Heritage Sites (1)

Site NameStatusConfidence
Kedarnath Temple Kedarnath
Secondary
100%

See Also

Related Materials

Stone
Brick

Related Features

Shikhara
Garbhagriha
Mandapa

Example Sites

Kedarnath Temple Kedarnath
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How to Identify Early Medieval Temple architecture style

  1. Look for characteristic features: Shikhara, Garbhagriha, Mandapa.
  2. Verify geographic location: Early Medieval Temple architecture style architecture is typically found in Pan-Indian.
  3. Examine construction materials: Early Medieval Temple architecture style typically uses Stone and Brick.
  4. Consider historical context: This style dates from 6th-13th century CE.
  5. Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

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