| Title | Hypaethral architecture style |
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| Description | Hypaethral architecture denotes structures with an open or partially open roof, allowing direct exposure to the sky, often employed in ancient temples and courtyards for ritualistic or astronomical purposes. |
| Tags | Open-air Sky Ritual Yajna |
| Style ID | INHF-240927512-18-11-25-HC |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/hypaethral-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/hypaethral-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Pan-Indian |
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| Time Periods | Ancient to medieval periods |
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| Sacred Contexts | Temples Yajnashalas Open-air shrines |
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| Associated Deities | Agni Surya Vayu |
| Primary Materials | Stone Brick |
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| Architectural Features | Open roof Courtyard Circular plan |
| Keywords | Open-air Sky Ritual Yajna |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| P.K. Acharya, 'An Encyclopaedia of Hindu Architecture' | book | Reference work on Hindu architectural terms and concepts. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Chausath Yogini Temple Bhubaneswar | Secondary | 100% |