| Title | Koch architecture style |
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| Description | Koch architecture, prevalent in the Assam and Bengal regions, showcases a synthesis of indigenous building practices with influences from neighboring cultures, often featuring distinctive roof structures and decorative motifs. |
| Tags | Koch Bengal Curvilinear Terracotta Temple Kamata Pyramidal Assam Ratna Dochala Brick |
| Style ID | INHF-441234855-18-11-25-KS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/koch-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/koch-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 4 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Assam Bengal West Bengal Bihar Nagaland Bangladesh |
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| Time Periods | 16th century CE 17th century CE 19th century CE 16th-18th century CE 18th century CE |
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| Dynasties | Koch dynasty |
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Royal palaces Royal structures |
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| Associated Deities | Shiva Durga Vishnu Lakshmi Kamakhya |
| Primary Materials | Brick Stone |
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| Architectural Features | Curvilinear roofs Ornamental facades Use of terracotta Arched gateways Pyramidal roof Curved cornices Relief carvings Dochala roof Ratna style temples Ornate terracotta decorations Ornate brickwork Terracotta panels |
| Keywords | Koch Bengal Curvilinear Terracotta Temple Kamata Pyramidal Assam Ratna Dochala Brick |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Temples of Assam | Book | Details on Koch architectural elements in Assam. |
| Art and Architecture of the Koch Kingdom | Book | Details the architectural features and influences of the Koch dynasty. |
| Bengal Temples | Book | |
| Art and Architecture of the Koch Bihar Kingdom | Book | Study of Koch architectural and artistic traditions. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Basistha Temple Guwahati | Secondary | 100% |
| Hayagriva Madhava Temple Hajo | Secondary | 100% |
| The Hindu Temple Dimapur | Secondary | 100% |
| Umananda Temple Guwahati | Secondary | 100% |