| Title | Odantapuri architecture style |
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| 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. |
| Tags | Mahavihara Monastic architecture Bihar School Pala art |
| Style ID | INHF-272709673-18-11-25-OT |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/odantapuri-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/odantapuri-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Bihar |
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| Time Periods | 8th Century CE |
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| Dynasties | Pala Dynasty |
| Sacred Contexts | Mahayana Buddhism Vajrayana Buddhism Monasteries |
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| Associated Deities | Buddha Bodhisattvas |
| Primary Materials | Brick Stone |
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| Architectural Features | Central shrine Surrounding cells Enclosed courtyard Fortified walls |
| Keywords | Mahavihara Monastic architecture Bihar School Pala art |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Buddhist Architecture | Book | Focus on monastic designs of Eastern India. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Samye Monastery Dranang Tibet | Primary | 100% |