| Title | Nalanda Monastery architecture style |
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| Description | Nalanda Monastery architecture, originating in Bihar, India, features a structured layout emphasizing monastic learning, debate halls, and residential quarters, often constructed with brick and incorporating courtyards for communal activities. |
| Tags | Vihara Sangharama Debate hall Monastic complex Educational architecture |
| Style ID | INHF-996991065-18-11-25-NT |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/nalanda-monastery-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/nalanda-monastery-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Bihar Bengal |
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| Time Periods | 5th century CE 12th century CE |
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| Dynasties | Gupta Empire Pala Empire |
| Sacred Contexts | Buddhist monasteries Educational institutions |
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| Associated Deities | Buddha Bodhisattvas |
| Primary Materials | Brick Stone Timber |
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| Architectural Features | Courtyards Stupas Lecture halls Residential cells Centralized layout |
| Keywords | Vihara Sangharama Debate hall Monastic complex Educational architecture |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nalanda: A Guide to the Ruins and History | Book | Overview of Nalanda's architectural layout and historical significance. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Sera Monastery Lhasa Tibet | Primary | 100% |