| Title | Gujarat Regional architecture styleRare |
|---|---|
| Description | Gujarat's regional temple architecture blends Nagara elements with local materials and craftsmanship, often featuring intricate carvings and a distinctive style of stepped well construction. |
| Also Known As | Chalukya Dravidian stepped spire ornate carvings. Nagara Architecture Kalinga Architecture influences Chalukya Architectural Style Maru-Gurjara Architecture Sompura Style of Temple Architecture Gujarat Regional Style Traditional Hindu Temple Architecture |
| Tags | Gujarat Regional architecture Temple architecture Stepped well Carvings |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-2696707628-17:43:58:16:01:21:GRAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/gujarat-regional-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/gujarat-regional-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | Gujarat |
|---|
Historical Context
| Time Periods | 8th-13th century CE |
|---|---|
| Dynasties | Chaulukya dynasty Solanki dynasty Vaghela dynasty |
Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Jain temples |
|---|---|
| Associated Deities | Shiva Vishnu Devi Jinas |
Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Sandstone Brick |
|---|---|
| Architectural Features | Intricate carvings Stepped wells Nagara influences Local materials |
Keywords
| Keywords | Gujarat Regional architecture Temple architecture Stepped well Carvings |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Temples of North India | book | Overview of North Indian temple architecture with regional variations. |
Heritage Sites (1)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple Dwarka | Secondary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Sandstone
Brick
Related Features
Intricate carvings
Stepped wells
Nagara influences
Local materials
Example Sites
How to Identify Gujarat Regional architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Intricate carvings, Stepped wells, Nagara influences.
- Verify geographic location: Gujarat Regional architecture style architecture is typically found in Gujarat.
- Examine construction materials: Gujarat Regional architecture style typically uses Sandstone and Brick.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from 8th-13th century CE.
- Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.