| Title | Eastern Himalayan Vernacular architecture styleRare |
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| Description | Characterized by adaptation to mountainous terrain and heavy rainfall, this style uses locally sourced materials like bamboo and wood, featuring steeply pitched roofs and elevated platforms. |
| Also Known As | Traditional Khasi Religious Architecture Nature Integration Traditional Khasi Architecture Indigenous Tribal Architecture of Meghalaya Vernacular Architecture of the Eastern Himalayas Elements of Bengali Temple Style Influence of neighboring Assam's Temple Traditions Traces of Buddhist architectural motifs from Southeast Asia Hints of North Indian Temple Architecture through pilgrimage routes |
| Tags | Vernacular Himalayan Bamboo Wood Seismic Adaptive |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-5863059498-18:18:39:04:09:22:EHVAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/eastern-himalayan-vernacular-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/eastern-himalayan-vernacular-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
| Regions | Meghalaya Assam Arunachal Pradesh Sikkim West Bengal (Darjeeling) |
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| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Buddhist monasteries Animistic shrines |
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| Primary Materials | Bamboo Wood Stone Thatch |
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| Architectural Features | Sloping roofs Elevated platforms Use of bamboo Earthquake-resistant techniques |
| Keywords | Vernacular Himalayan Bamboo Wood Seismic Adaptive |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Traditional Architecture of the Eastern Himalayas | Article | Discusses the influence of climate and culture on building design. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
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| Mawsynram Shiva Temple Mawsynram | Secondary | 100% |