Title

Khmer Nagara-Influenced Temple architecture style

Rare
4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
DescriptionThis style reflects Nagara architectural principles adapted within Khmer temple design, showcasing influences from Indian cosmological principles and iconography.
Also Known As
Greater India Buddhist architecture style
Hindu-Influenced Khmer Temple architecture style
Indian Temple architecture style
Indian Mahayana Buddhist Architecture
Indian Buddhist Iconography
Indian Hindu Iconography
Khmer Temple Design
Indian Cosmological Principles
Tags
Khmer architecture
Nagara influence
Temple architecture
Hindu iconography
Buddhist iconography
Cosmological principles
Style ID
INHF-STY-4595181745-21:35:10:07:03:19:KNITAS
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/khmer-nagara-influenced-temple-architecture-style
API Endpoint
https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/khmer-nagara-influenced-temple-architecture-style
Total Sites1
Primary Sites1
CreatedNovember 19, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 29, 2025

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Regions

Regions
Cambodia

Historical Context

Time Periods
12th Century CE
13th Century CE
Dynasties
Khmer Empire

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts
Hindu temples
Buddhist temples
Associated Deities
Shiva
Vishnu
Buddha
Bodhisattvas

Architectural Details

Primary Materials
Sandstone
Laterite
Architectural Features
Prasat towers
Gopuras
Relief carvings
Nagara shikharas (influenced)

Keywords

Keywords
Khmer architecture
Nagara influence
Temple architecture
Hindu iconography
Buddhist iconography
Cosmological principles

Recommended Sources

TitleTypeNotes
Ancient AngkorBookOverview of Angkorian architecture and its influences

Heritage Sites (1)

Site NameStatusConfidence
Angkor Thom Bayon Siem Reap Cambodia
Primary
100%

See Also

Related Materials

Sandstone
Laterite

Related Features

Prasat towers
Gopuras
Relief carvings
Nagara shikharas (influenced)
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How to Identify Khmer Nagara-Influenced Temple architecture style

  1. Look for characteristic features: Prasat towers, Gopuras, Relief carvings.
  2. Verify geographic location: Khmer Nagara-Influenced Temple architecture style architecture is typically found in Cambodia.
  3. Examine construction materials: Khmer Nagara-Influenced Temple architecture style typically uses Sandstone and Laterite.
  4. Consider historical context: This style dates from 12th Century CE.
  5. Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

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