| Title | Indo-European Colonial Fortification architecture styleRare |
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| Description | This style represents a fusion of European military architectural principles with Indian materials and regional adaptations, particularly seen in British colonial fortifications using locally sourced laterite. |
| Also Known As | Laterite British Colonial Military Fortification Laterite masonry traditions of Kerala European Military Architecture (British Colonial) Elements of Mughal Fortification styles Kerala vernacular architecture (timber tile roofing) Dravidian influences (minimal) Coastal fortification adaptations |
| Tags | Colonial Fortification Military Laterite Coastal Kerala |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-0041743778-06:12:16:24:11:20:IECFAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/indo-european-colonial-fortification-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/indo-european-colonial-fortification-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
| Regions | Kerala Coastal India |
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| Time Periods | 18th Century CE 19th Century CE |
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| Dynasties | British East India Company British Raj |
| Primary Materials | Laterite Timber Tile |
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| Architectural Features | Bastions Curtain walls Gatehouses Moats Parapets Embrasures |
| Keywords | Colonial Fortification Military Laterite Coastal Kerala |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Forts and Palaces of India | Book | General overview of Indian fortifications. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
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| Thalassery Fort Thalassery | Primary | 100% |