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Khas Malla architecture style

4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Rare
4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
DescriptionKhas Malla architecture, prevalent in western Nepal, blends indigenous Himalayan traditions with influences from the Indian subcontinent, featuring stone and wood construction.
Also Known As
Newari-influenced Nepali pagoda
Religious
Tiered roofs
wood
brick
Newar Architecture
Gandaki School of Architecture
Shikhara Style (North Indian)
Pagoda Style (influenced by Tibetan architecture)
Khas Malla Architecture (Western Nepal influence)
Elements of Dravidian Architecture (South Indian)
Traces of Hoysala influence (Karnataka)
Tags
Khas Malla
Western Nepal
Himalayan Architecture
Stone Temples
Deval
Style ID
INHF-STY-8356762348-07:55:56:02:03:21:KMAS
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/khas-malla-architecture-style
API Endpoint
https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/khas-malla-architecture-style
Total Sites1
Primary Sites0
CreatedNovember 19, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 29, 2025

External References

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Regions

Regions
Western Nepal
Karnali Province

Historical Context

Time Periods
12th-14th Century CE
Dynasties
Khas Malla Dynasty

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts
Hindu Temples
Buddhist Shrines
Associated Deities
Vishnu
Shiva
Local Deities

Architectural Details

Primary Materials
Stone
Wood
Brick
Architectural Features
Stone Masonry
Wooden Carvings
Fortified Structures
Deval Style Temples

Keywords

Keywords
Khas Malla
Western Nepal
Himalayan Architecture
Stone Temples
Deval

Recommended Sources

TitleTypeNotes
Art and Architecture of the KhasasArticleScholarly article on the architectural legacy of the Khas Malla kingdom

Heritage Sites (1)

Site NameStatusConfidence
Muktinath Temple Ranipauwa
Secondary
100%

See Also

Related Materials

Stone
Wood
Brick

Related Features

Stone Masonry
Wooden Carvings
Fortified Structures
Deval Style Temples

Example Sites

Muktinath Temple Ranipauwa
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How to Identify Khas Malla architecture style

  1. Look for characteristic features: Stone Masonry, Wooden Carvings, Fortified Structures.
  2. Verify geographic location: Khas Malla architecture style architecture is typically found in Western Nepal and Karnali Province.
  3. Examine construction materials: Khas Malla architecture style typically uses Stone and Wood.
  4. Consider historical context: This style dates from 12th-14th Century CE.
  5. Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

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