| Title | Koothambalam architecture style |
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| Description | Koothambalam architecture, unique to Kerala, is a temple theatre designed for performing arts, characterized by its wooden structure and intricate carvings, often found within temple complexes. |
| Tags | Koothu Koodiyattam Temple theatre Performing arts Kerala architecture Koothambalam Nangiar Koothu Kerala |
| Style ID | INHF-059436216-18-11-25-KO |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/koothambalam-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/koothambalam-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 2 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Kerala |
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| Time Periods | 10th century CE onwards 9th century CE onwards |
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| Dynasties | Various temple trusts and royal families Chera Dynasty Various temple trusts |
| Sacred Contexts | Temple complexes Performance spaces Hindu temples |
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| Associated Deities | Related to the presiding deity of the temple Related to the temple's main deity |
| Primary Materials | Wood Laterite Clay tiles Clay |
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| Architectural Features | Wooden stage Elaborate carvings Pillared hall Sloping roof Wooden structure Elevated stage Intricate carvings |
| Keywords | Koothu Koodiyattam Temple theatre Performing arts Kerala architecture Koothambalam Nangiar Koothu Kerala |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Kutiyattam: Sanskrit Theater of India | Book | Details the performance context and architectural setting of Koothambalams. |
| Kutiyattam: The Sanskrit Theater of India | Book | Details the performance space and its architectural significance. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple Ernakulam | Secondary | 100% |
| Guruvayur Temple Guruvayur | Secondary | 100% |