Title

Nagara-Khmer architecture style

Rare
4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
DescriptionA hybrid style blending Nagara's curvilinear towers with Khmer's temple complexes, often featuring brick construction and Hindu-Buddhist syncretism.
Also Known As
Khmer Late Angkor Period Brick Prang Architecture
Khmer Temple Architecture
Late Angkor Period
Brick Architecture
Hindu-Buddhist Syncretism
Thai Architectural Influences
Tags
Syncretism
Prasat
Nagara
Khmer
Brick
Style ID
INHF-STY-2947030027-23:43:58:27:01:21:NKAS
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/nagara-khmer-architecture-style
API Endpoint
https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/nagara-khmer-architecture-style
Total Sites1
Primary Sites0
CreatedNovember 19, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 29, 2025

External References

Regions

Regions
Thailand
Cambodia

Historical Context

Time Periods
10th-13th century CE
Dynasties
Khmer Empire

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts
Hindu temples
Buddhist temples
Associated Deities
Shiva
Vishnu
Buddha

Architectural Details

Primary Materials
Brick
Laterite
Sandstone
Architectural Features
Shikhara-derived Prang
Gopuras
Mandapas
Sculptural reliefs

Keywords

Keywords
Syncretism
Prasat
Nagara
Khmer
Brick

Recommended Sources

TitleTypeNotes
The Art and Architecture of ThailandBook

Heritage Sites (1)

Site NameStatusConfidence
Prang Sam Yot Lopburi
Secondary
100%

See Also

Related Materials

Brick
Laterite
Sandstone

Related Features

Shikhara-derived Prang
Gopuras
Mandapas
Sculptural reliefs

How to Identify Nagara-Khmer architecture style

  1. Look for characteristic features: Shikhara-derived Prang, Gopuras, Mandapas.
  2. Verify geographic location: Nagara-Khmer architecture style architecture is typically found in Thailand and Cambodia.
  3. Examine construction materials: Nagara-Khmer architecture style typically uses Brick and Laterite.
  4. Consider historical context: This style dates from 10th-13th century CE.
  5. Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

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