What is Odantapuri architecture style?

Odantapuri architecture, originating from the Odantapuri Mahavihara in Bihar, India, is characterized by its monastic layout and served as a model for early Tibetan Buddhist monasteries.

Where is Odantapuri architecture style architecture found?

Odantapuri architecture style architecture is primarily found in Bihar. There are 1 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

When was Odantapuri architecture style architecture used?

Odantapuri architecture style architecture was used during 8th Century CE. It is associated with the Pala Dynasty dynasty/period.

What materials are used in Odantapuri architecture style architecture?

Odantapuri architecture style architecture typically uses Brick, Stone. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Which heritage sites use Odantapuri architecture style architecture?

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

Odantapuri architecture style | Inheritage Foundation Art & Architecture Thesaurus | Inheritage Foundation

Title	Odantapuri architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	Odantapuri architecture, originating from the Odantapuri Mahavihara in Bihar, India, is characterized by its monastic layout and served as a model for early Tibetan Buddhist monasteries.
Also Known As	Tibetan Buddhist Monastery Architecture Modeled on Indian Odantapuri Design Indian Odantapuri Monastery Architecture Indian Buddhist Mandala Design Gupta Period Monastery Architecture Tibetan Buddhist Architecture Indic Cosmological Planning Mount Meru Representation
Tags	Mahavihara Monastic architecture Bihar School Pala art
Style ID	`INHF-STY-2955992498-11:09:17:27:01:25:OAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/odantapuri-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/odantapuri-architecture-style`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	1
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

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Regions

Regions	Bihar

Historical Context

Time Periods	8th Century CE
Dynasties	Pala Dynasty

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts	Mahayana Buddhism Vajrayana Buddhism Monasteries
Associated Deities	Buddha Bodhisattvas

Architectural Details

Primary Materials	Brick Stone
Architectural Features	Central shrine Surrounding cells Enclosed courtyard Fortified walls

Keywords

Keywords	Mahavihara Monastic architecture Bihar School Pala art

Recommended Sources

Title	Type	Notes
Indian Buddhist Architecture	Book	Focus on monastic designs of Eastern India.

Heritage Sites (1)

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Samye Monastery Dranang Tibet	Primary	100%

How to Identify Odantapuri architecture style

Look for characteristic features: Central shrine, Surrounding cells, Enclosed courtyard.
Verify geographic location: Odantapuri architecture style architecture is typically found in Bihar.
Examine construction materials: Odantapuri architecture style typically uses Brick and Stone.
Consider historical context: This style dates from 8th Century CE.
Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

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