| Title | Mandala architecture style |
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| Description | A symbolic representation of the cosmos, employed in the planning of sacred spaces and structures, reflecting Indic cosmological principles and guiding spiritual practice. |
| Tags | Cosmology Geometry Symbolism Sacred space Yantra Sacred geometry Cosmological diagrams Spatial organization Symbolic architecture |
| Style ID | INHF-306341754-18-11-25-MN |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/mandala-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/mandala-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 2 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | India Tibet Nepal Southeast Asia Pan-Indian |
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| Time Periods | Ancient times onwards |
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| Sacred Contexts | Buddhist temples Hindu temples Monasteries Palaces Buddhist monasteries Jain temples |
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| Associated Deities | Buddha Bodhisattvas Hindu deities Various Hindu deities Jinas |
| Primary Materials | Varies by region |
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| Architectural Features | Geometric layouts Concentric circles Cardinal directions Symbolic imagery Central point (Bindu) Square grids |
| Keywords | Cosmology Geometry Symbolism Sacred space Yantra Sacred geometry Cosmological diagrams Spatial organization Symbolic architecture |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| The Mandala: Sacred Circle in Tibetan Buddhism | book |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Potala Palace Lhasa Tibet | Secondary | 100% |
| Tepe Narenj Monastery Kabul Afghanistan | Secondary | 100% |