What is Nagara-Pala architecture style?

This style represents a fusion of Nagara architectural principles with Pala artistic influences, evident in its curvilinear shikhara and refined sculptural details, originating from the eastern regions of the Indian subcontinent.

Where is Nagara-Pala architecture style architecture found?

Nagara-Pala architecture style architecture is primarily found in Bengal, Bihar, Odisha. There are 1 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

When was Nagara-Pala architecture style architecture used?

Nagara-Pala architecture style architecture was used during 8th-12th century CE. It is associated with the Pala Dynasty dynasty/period.

What materials are used in Nagara-Pala architecture style architecture?

Nagara-Pala architecture style architecture typically uses Brick, Terracotta, Sandstone. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Which heritage sites use Nagara-Pala architecture style architecture?

There are 1 heritage sites documented with Nagara-Pala architecture style architecture. 1 sites use this as their primary architectural style. You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Nagara-Pala architecture style | Inheritage Foundation Art & Architecture Thesaurus | Inheritage Foundation

Title	Nagara-Pala architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	This style represents a fusion of Nagara architectural principles with Pala artistic influences, evident in its curvilinear shikhara and refined sculptural details, originating from the eastern regions of the Indian subcontinent.
Also Known As	Bagan Mural Temple Architecture with Indian Hindu Epic Depictions Bagan Temple Architecture Indian Mural Traditions Hindu Epic Depictions Gupta Pala Art Styles Indic Literary Traditions
Tags	Nagara Pala Shikhara Terracotta Eastern India Religious Art
Style ID	`INHF-STY-8994272964-14:46:54:08:07:22:NPAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/nagara-pala-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/nagara-pala-architecture-style`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	1
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

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Regions

Regions	Bengal Bihar Odisha

Historical Context

Time Periods	8th-12th century CE
Dynasties	Pala Dynasty

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts	Hindu temples Buddhist monasteries
Associated Deities	Vishnu Shiva Buddha Bodhisattvas

Architectural Details

Primary Materials	Brick Terracotta Sandstone
Architectural Features	Curvilinear shikhara Ratha projections Amalaka Kalasha Elaborate carvings Terracotta plaques

Keywords

Keywords	Nagara Pala Shikhara Terracotta Eastern India Religious Art

Recommended Sources

Title	Type	Notes
History of Indian and Indonesian Art	Book	Discusses Pala influence on Southeast Asian art.

Heritage Sites (1)

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Gubyaukgyi Temple Myinkaba Bagan	Primary	100%

How to Identify Nagara-Pala architecture style

Look for characteristic features: Curvilinear shikhara, Ratha projections, Amalaka.
Verify geographic location: Nagara-Pala architecture style architecture is typically found in Bengal and Bihar.
Examine construction materials: Nagara-Pala architecture style typically uses Brick and Terracotta.
Consider historical context: This style dates from 8th-12th century CE.
Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

Nagara-Pala architecture style

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Heritage Sites (1)

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