| Title | Gopuram architecture style |
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| Description | Gopurams are monumental tower gateways, a prominent feature of South Indian temples, adorned with intricate sculptures depicting deities, mythological figures, and scenes from Hindu epics, serving as symbolic entrances to the sacred precinct. |
| Tags | Gopuram Dwarapalaka Shikhara Prasada Mandira |
| Style ID | INHF-536136244-18-11-25-GU |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/gopuram-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/gopuram-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Tamil Nadu Karnataka Andhra Pradesh Kerala |
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| Time Periods | 12th century CE onwards |
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| Dynasties | Chola Pandya Vijayanagara Nayaka |
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temple entrances |
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| Associated Deities | Gatekeepers Deities from Hindu pantheon |
| Primary Materials | Brick Stucco Stone Timber |
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| Architectural Features | Towering height Tiered structure Sculptural ornamentation Brightly painted |
| Keywords | Gopuram Dwarapalaka Shikhara Prasada Mandira |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Architecture (Buddhist and Hindu Periods) | Book | Classic survey of Indian temple architecture. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Maha Mariamman Temple George Town Penang | Secondary | 100% |