| Title | Indic Landscape architecture styleRare |
|---|---|
| Description | This style integrates natural elements with built structures, emphasizing harmony, sacred groves, water features (tanks, kunds), and symbolic plantings aligned with Vastu Shastra principles. |
| Also Known As | Buddhist Cultural Landscape with Indian Buddhist Influences Indian Buddhist Architecture Indian Landscape Design Indian Buddhist Iconography Chinese Buddhist Architecture Cultural Landscape |
| Tags | Vastu Shastra Sacred groves Water features Gardens Harmony with nature |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-4070987571-20:57:50:14:08:20:ILAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/indic-landscape-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/indic-landscape-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | Pan-Indian |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | Ancient to present |
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Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Temples Palaces Gardens Sacred groves |
|---|---|
| Associated Deities | Various, depending on the specific site and tradition |
Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Stone Earth Water Plants |
|---|---|
| Architectural Features | Tanks Kunds Stepwells Gardens Sacred groves Plantings aligned with Vastu |
Keywords
| Keywords | Vastu Shastra Sacred groves Water features Gardens Harmony with nature |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| The Hindu Temple Garden | Article | Explores the symbolism and design of temple gardens |
Heritage Sites (1)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| West Lake Cultural Landscape Hangzhou Zhejiang China | Secondary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Stone
Earth
Water
Plants
Related Features
Tanks
Kunds
Stepwells
Gardens
Sacred groves
Plantings aligned with Vastu
Example Sites
How to Identify Indic Landscape architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Tanks, Kunds, Stepwells.
- Verify geographic location: Indic Landscape architecture style architecture is typically found in Pan-Indian.
- Examine construction materials: Indic Landscape architecture style typically uses Stone and Earth.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from Ancient to present.
- Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.