| Title | Indus Valley Civilization architecture style0 |
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| Description | Indus Valley Civilization architecture, characterized by advanced urban planning, standardized brick construction, and sophisticated drainage systems, flourished in the Bronze Age along the Indus River. |
| Also Known As | Indo-Bactrian architecture style Vedic Period architecture style Shilpa Shastra architecture style Vedic Period Architecture Bronze Age Ritual Architecture with Vedic Parallels Indus Valley Civilization Architectural Principles Shilpa Shastra-Inspired Construction Vastu Shastra Planning Ancient Indian Engineering Techniques Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex Architectural Style Neolithic-Bronze Age Settlement Architecture with Indian Agricultural Cultural Influences Indian Agricultural Traditions Indus Valley Urban Planning Neolithic Settlement Design Bronze Age Architecture Indian Cultural Concepts |
| Tags | Harappa Mohenjo-daro Urban planning Brickwork Sanitation |
| Style ID | INHF-300739709-18-11-25-IL |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/indus-valley-civilization-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/indus-valley-civilization-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 0 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
Regions
| Regions | Punjab Sindh Gujarat Rajasthan Haryana |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | 3300 BCE 1700 BCE 3300-1700 BCE |
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Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Public baths Citadels |
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Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Bricks Mud brick Baked brick Stone |
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| Architectural Features | Grid planning Drainage systems Standardized bricks Grid-based planning Standardized brick sizes Advanced drainage systems Citadels Granaries Great Bath |
Keywords
| Keywords | Harappa Mohenjo-daro Urban planning Brickwork Sanitation |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ancient Cities of the Indus Valley Civilization | Book | Details the urban layout and architectural features of Indus cities. |
| The Indus Civilization: A Contemporary Perspective | Book |
See Also
Related Materials
Bricks
Mud brick
Baked brick
Stone
Related Features
Grid planning
Drainage systems
Standardized bricks
Grid-based planning
Standardized brick sizes
Advanced drainage systems
Citadels
Granaries
Great Bath
How to Identify Indus Valley Civilization architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Grid planning, Drainage systems, Standardized bricks.
- Verify geographic location: Indus Valley Civilization architecture style architecture is typically found in Punjab and Sindh.
- Examine construction materials: Indus Valley Civilization architecture style typically uses Bricks and Mud brick.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from 3300 BCE.