| Title | Octagonal Temple architecture style |
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| Description | Octagonal temple architecture features an eight-sided plan for the sanctum or the entire structure, a relatively uncommon but significant variation found across different Indian temple styles. |
| Tags | Octagon Temple Plan Geometric Design Hindu Architecture |
| Style ID | INHF-051459997-18-11-25-OT |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/octagonal-temple-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/octagonal-temple-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Pan-Indian |
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| Time Periods | Variable, depending on regional style |
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| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples |
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| Primary Materials | Stone Brick |
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| Architectural Features | Octagonal plan Eight-sided sanctum |
| Keywords | Octagon Temple Plan Geometric Design Hindu Architecture |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Temple Architecture: Form and Substance | Book | General reference on temple forms. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Sivan Temple Singapore | Secondary | 100% |