| Title | Goan Temple architecture styleUncommon |
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| Description | This regional style, prevalent in Goa, blends Kadamba, Chalukyan, and Hoysala influences with local materials like laterite, often featuring a unique adaptation of Nagara elements. |
| Also Known As | Indo-Aryan Nagara curvilinear tower stacked rings. Dravidian Architecture Kadamba Architecture Chalukyan Architecture Hoysala Architecture Laterite Stone Architecture of Coastal Regions Kalinga Architecture influences Silhara Architecture elements Early medieval Goan Temple Architecture Dravidian Temple Sloping roof ornate pillars garbhagriha. Goan Temple Architecture Vijayanagara Architecture Maratha Temple Architecture Indo-Portuguese Religious Eclecticism blends Indian Portuguese elements. Konkani Temple Architecture Indo-Portuguese Architecture Indo-Portuguese Religious Eclecticism blends styles. Chalukya Architecture Maratha Architecture Indo-Islamic Eclectic Blends Hindu Islamic forms. Kerala Architecture |
| Tags | Goan temples Laterite construction Regional temple architecture Kadamba influence Chalukya influence Sloping roofs Deepastambha Hindu architecture Regional style Laterite architecture Konkani architecture Hindu temple architecture Indo-Portuguese influence Indo-Portuguese architecture Temple complex Agarshala Garbhagriha Kalasha Deepstambha Agrashala Sabhamandapa |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-4837246514-16:00:11:17:04:23:GTAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/goan-temple-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/goan-temple-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 5 |
| Primary Sites | 5 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | Goa |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | Early Medieval 10th-14th century CE 16th century CE 17th century CE 18th century CE 19th century CE 20th century CE 21st century CE 16th Century CE 17th Century CE 18th Century CE 19th Century CE 20th Century CE 21st Century CE 11th century CE |
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| Dynasties | Kadamba dynasty Chalukya dynasty Silhara dynasty Kadamba Dynasty Vijayanagara Empire Maratha Empire Portuguese Colonial influence Local Goan communities Portuguese Colonial Administration Chalukya Dynasty |
Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Shiva temples Hanuman temples Vaishnava temples Shakta temples Bhagavata tradition Shakta tradition Shaiva tradition Vaishnava tradition |
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| Associated Deities | Shiva Vishnu Devi Hanuman Damodar Rama |
Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Laterite stone Laterite Wood Stone Clay tiles Lime plaster Terracotta |
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| Architectural Features | Curvilinear shikharas Stacked rings Adaptations of Nagara elements Sloping roofs Deepa Stambha (lamp tower) Garbhagriha (sanctum) Mandapa (hall) Ornate pillars Wooden carvings Deepa Stambha (lamp towers) Sabha Mandapa (assembly halls) Kalasha finials Deepa Stambha (lamp pillars) Agarshalas (assembly halls) Balustrades Deepstambha (lamp pillar) Agrashala (rest house) Sabhamandapa (assembly hall) Nagara Shikharas Gabled roofs |
Keywords
| Keywords | Goan temples Laterite construction Regional temple architecture Kadamba influence Chalukya influence Sloping roofs Deepastambha Hindu architecture Regional style Laterite architecture Konkani architecture Hindu temple architecture Indo-Portuguese influence Indo-Portuguese architecture Temple complex Agarshala Garbhagriha Kalasha Deepstambha Agrashala Sabhamandapa |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Temples and Legends of Goa | Book | General overview of Goan temple architecture |
| Temples of Goa | Book | Comprehensive overview of Goan temple architecture. |
Heritage Sites (5)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Chandreshwar Bhootnath Temple Quepem | Primary | 100% |
| Mangeshi Temple Ponda Goa | Primary | 100% |
| Maruti Temple Panaji | Primary | 100% |
| Shri Damodar Temple Zambaulim | Primary | 100% |
| Shri Ramnath Temple Bandora | Primary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Laterite stone
Laterite
Wood
Stone
Clay tiles
Lime plaster
Terracotta
Related Features
Curvilinear shikharas
Stacked rings
Adaptations of Nagara elements
Sloping roofs
Deepa Stambha (lamp tower)
Garbhagriha (sanctum)
Mandapa (hall)
Ornate pillars
Wooden carvings
Deepa Stambha (lamp towers)
Sabha Mandapa (assembly halls)
Kalasha finials
Deepa Stambha (lamp pillars)
Agarshalas (assembly halls)
Balustrades
Deepstambha (lamp pillar)
Agrashala (rest house)
Sabhamandapa (assembly hall)
Nagara Shikharas
Gabled roofs
Example Sites
How to Identify Goan Temple architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Curvilinear shikharas, Stacked rings, Adaptations of Nagara elements.
- Verify geographic location: Goan Temple architecture style architecture is typically found in Goa.
- Examine construction materials: Goan Temple architecture style typically uses Laterite stone and Laterite.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from Early Medieval.
- Compare with documented examples: 5 heritage sites use this architectural style.