| Title | Indo-Dravidian architecture style |
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| Description | Indo-Dravidian architecture represents a synthesis of North Indian Nagara and South Indian Dravidian styles, incorporating elements like stepped pyramidal towers and intricate carvings, often found in regions with cultural exchange. |
| Tags | Vimana Gopuram Mandapa Prakara Dravida |
| Style ID | INHF-020936793-18-11-25-IU |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/indo-dravidian-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/indo-dravidian-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Karnataka Andhra Pradesh Tamil Nadu Maharashtra |
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| Time Periods | 10th century CE onwards |
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| Dynasties | Chalukya dynasty Vijayanagara Empire |
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, and local deities |
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| Associated Deities | Shiva Vishnu Lakshmi Parvati |
| Primary Materials | Granite Sandstone |
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| Architectural Features | Stepped pyramidal tower (Vimana) Gopuram (gateway tower) Mandapa (hall) Prakara (enclosure walls) Intricate carvings |
| Keywords | Vimana Gopuram Mandapa Prakara Dravida |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| History of South India | Book | Nilakanta Sastri's detailed account of South Indian history and culture. |
| Indian Architecture (Buddhist and Hindu Period) | Book | Percy Brown's classic survey of Indian architectural history. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Nat-Hlaung Kyaung Temple Bagan | Secondary | 100% |