| Title | Khasi Vernacular architecture style |
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| Description | Characterized by indigenous building practices in Meghalaya, this style emphasizes nature-based materials, sloped roofs suited to the region's climate, and traditional timber construction techniques reflecting Khasi cultural heritage. |
| Tags | Vernacular Indigenous Khasi Meghalaya Timber construction Sloped roof Bamboo construction Tribal Sustainable Nature-integrated |
| Style ID | INHF-933203218-18-11-25-KR |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/khasi-vernacular-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/khasi-vernacular-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 5 |
| Primary Sites | 4 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Meghalaya East Khasi Hills |
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| Dynasties | Khasi tribal communities Jaintia Kings |
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| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Traditional Khasi religious sites Domestic Community spaces Religious sites Community |
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| Associated Deities | Shiva |
| Primary Materials | Timber Bamboo Local stone Thatch Wood Stone |
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| Architectural Features | Sloped roofs Timber framing Elevated platforms Use of local materials Sloping roofs Elevated structures Use of natural materials Raised platforms Adaptation to climate Natural material integration Open floor plans |
| Keywords | Vernacular Indigenous Khasi Meghalaya Timber construction Sloped roof Bamboo construction Tribal Sustainable Nature-integrated |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vernacular Architecture of the North East | Book | General overview of regional styles |
| Traditional Khasi Architecture | Article | Details the unique features of Khasi building practices. |
| Vernacular Architecture of the Khasi Hills | book | Study of traditional Khasi building techniques. |
| Vernacular Architecture of Northeast India | Book | Focuses on the adaptation to climate and local materials. |
| Vernacular Architecture of North East India | Book | Focus on Khasi building traditions |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Charantala Temple Shillong | Primary | 100% |
| Mahadev Khola Dham Shillong | Primary | 100% |
| Mawsynram Shiva Temple Mawsynram | Primary | 100% |
| Nartiang Fort Nartiang | Primary | 100% |
| Laban Namghar Shillong | Secondary | 100% |