| Title | Kerala Dravida architecture styleRare |
|---|---|
| Description | Kerala Dravida architecture, originating in Kerala, India, features distinctive sloping roofs, gabled structures, and ornate detailing, often incorporating locally sourced materials and responding to the region's climate and cultural context. |
| Also Known As | Kerala Dravidian Temple Architecture Religious Sloping roofs gabled ornate. Dravidian Architecture Kerala Architecture Kalinga Architecture Influences Chola Dynasty Temple Architecture Pandya Dynasty Temple Architecture Chera Dynasty Temple Architecture Traditional Hindu Temple Architecture Vastu Shastra |
| Tags | Kerala temple architecture Dravida architecture Sloping roofs Gabled Ornate Vastu Shastra |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-0764105083-11:06:50:21:09:25:KDAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/kerala-dravida-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/kerala-dravida-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | Kerala |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | 8th century CE onwards |
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| Dynasties | Chera Dynasty Chola Dynasty Pandya Dynasty |
Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples |
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| Associated Deities | Shiva Vishnu Devi |
Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Laterite Wood Granite |
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| Architectural Features | Sloping roofs Gabled structures Ornate carvings Gopurams Nalukettu |
Keywords
| Keywords | Kerala temple architecture Dravida architecture Sloping roofs Gabled Ornate Vastu Shastra |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Kerala Architecture: A Comprehensive Guide | book |
Heritage Sites (1)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Vaikom Mahadeva Temple Vaikom | Primary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Laterite
Wood
Granite
Related Features
Sloping roofs
Gabled structures
Ornate carvings
Gopurams
Nalukettu
Example Sites
How to Identify Kerala Dravida architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Sloping roofs, Gabled structures, Ornate carvings.
- Verify geographic location: Kerala Dravida architecture style architecture is typically found in Kerala.
- Examine construction materials: Kerala Dravida architecture style typically uses Laterite and Wood.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from 8th century CE onwards.
- Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.