| Title | Pancharatha architecture style |
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| Description | Pancharatha style refers to a temple plan with five vertical projections (rathas) on each side of the structure, enhancing its visual complexity and sculptural potential. |
| Tags | Ratha Pancha Temple plan Projection |
| Style ID | INHF-422688270-18-11-25-PC |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/pancharatha-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/pancharatha-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Odisha Central India |
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| Time Periods | 7th century CE onwards |
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| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples |
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| Primary Materials | Sandstone Laterite |
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| Architectural Features | Five Rathas Vertical projections Elaborate carvings |
| Keywords | Ratha Pancha Temple plan Projection |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Krishna Deva, 'Temples of India' | Book | Discussion of temple plans and their evolution. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gundicha Temple Puri | Secondary | 100% |