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Title

Manipuri Nagara architecture style

4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Rare
4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
DescriptionThis style represents a regional adaptation of Nagara architecture, incorporating indigenous Meitei elements and Ahom influences, characterized by a curvilinear tower and porch within a Hindu temple context.
Also Known As
Nagara Style
Hindu Temple
Curvilinear tower
porch.
Nagara Architecture
Kalinga Architecture
Traditional Manipuri Architecture
Hindu Temple Architecture
Vernacular Architecture of Manipur
Indigenous Meitei Architecture
Ahom influences
Tags
Meitei
Nagara
Hindu Temple
Manipur
Ahom
Style ID
INHF-STY-1418619210-13:27:10:11:01:19:MNAS
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/manipuri-nagara-architecture-style
API Endpoint
https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/manipuri-nagara-architecture-style
Total Sites1
Primary Sites1
CreatedNovember 19, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 29, 2025

External References

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Regions

Regions
Manipur

Historical Context

Dynasties
Meitei Kings

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts
Hindu Temples

Architectural Details

Architectural Features
Curvilinear tower
Porch

Keywords

Keywords
Meitei
Nagara
Hindu Temple
Manipur
Ahom

Heritage Sites (1)

Site NameStatusConfidence
Mahabali Temple Imphal
Primary
100%

See Also

Related Features

Curvilinear tower
Porch

Example Sites

Mahabali Temple Imphal
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How to Identify Manipuri Nagara architecture style

  1. Look for characteristic features: Curvilinear tower, Porch.
  2. Verify geographic location: Manipuri Nagara architecture style architecture is typically found in Manipur.
  3. Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

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