| Title | Indian Vernacular Religious architecture styleRare |
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| Description | Indian vernacular religious architecture adapts traditional building techniques and local materials to create sacred spaces that reflect regional cultural identities and spiritual beliefs. |
| Also Known As | Manipuri Vernacular Religious Symbolic Representational Traditional Meitei Architecture Vernacular Manipuri Architecture Hindu Temple Architecture (with regional variations) Indigenous Tribal Architecture of Manipur Assamese Temple Style (some similarities in roof styles) Influence of Shaktism (as reflected in the deity worshipped) Elements of Buddhist Architecture (subtle influences in decorative motifs) Nagara Architecture (minor influences) Dravidian Architecture (very minor if any) |
| Tags | Vernacular Religious architecture Regional style India |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-4870594232-04:35:55:15:05:19:IVRAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/indian-vernacular-religious-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/indian-vernacular-religious-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
| Regions | Pan-India |
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| Sacred Contexts | Temples Shrines Monasteries |
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| Primary Materials | Local stone Brick Wood Bamboo Mud |
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| Architectural Features | Regional variations Adaptation to climate Use of local materials Symbolic ornamentation |
| Keywords | Vernacular Religious architecture Regional style India |
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| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Sanamahi Temple Imphal | Secondary | 100% |