| Title | Naga Tribal architecture styleRare |
|---|---|
| Description | Characterized by indigenous building techniques, communal spaces, symbolic wood carvings, and adaptation to the hilly terrain of Nagaland, reflecting the unique cultural identity of the Naga tribes. |
| Also Known As | Indigenous Naga Architecture Tribal Communal symbolic wood carvings. Traditional Naga Architecture Indigenous Tribal Architecture Ahom Architecture influences Elements of Hindu Temple Architecture Assamese Temple Style Kalinga Architecture influences Dravidian influences in decorative elements |
| Tags | Naga Tribal Indigenous Wood carving Morung Animistic Communal |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-5292930263-02:13:51:14:03:18:NTAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/naga-tribal-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/naga-tribal-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | Nagaland Manipur Arunachal Pradesh Assam |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | Pre-colonial Colonial 20th Century CE 21st Century CE |
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Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Animistic shrines Morung (youth dormitory) Village gates Clan houses |
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Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Bamboo Wood Thatch Stone |
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| Architectural Features | Pile dwellings Gabled roofs Elaborate wood carvings Platform construction Communal halls |
Keywords
| Keywords | Naga Tribal Indigenous Wood carving Morung Animistic Communal |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Naga Art | Book | General overview of Naga artistic traditions. |
Heritage Sites (1)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Naga Heritage Village Kohima | Primary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Bamboo
Wood
Thatch
Stone
Related Features
Pile dwellings
Gabled roofs
Elaborate wood carvings
Platform construction
Communal halls
Example Sites
How to Identify Naga Tribal architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Pile dwellings, Gabled roofs, Elaborate wood carvings.
- Verify geographic location: Naga Tribal architecture style architecture is typically found in Nagaland and Manipur.
- Examine construction materials: Naga Tribal architecture style typically uses Bamboo and Wood.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from Pre-colonial.
- Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.