What is Pancharatra architecture style?

Pancharatra architecture adheres to the Pancharatra Agama, a Vaishnava tradition, emphasizing specific layouts, iconography, and ritual spaces within the temple complex.

Where is Pancharatra architecture style architecture found?

Pancharatra architecture style architecture is primarily found in South India, Maharashtra, Orissa. There are 1 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

When was Pancharatra architecture style architecture used?

Pancharatra architecture style architecture was used during Early centuries CE onwards. It is associated with the Various Vaishnava-patronizing dynasties dynasty/period.

What materials are used in Pancharatra architecture style architecture?

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

Which heritage sites use Pancharatra architecture style architecture?

There are 1 heritage sites documented with Pancharatra architecture style architecture. You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

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

Title	Pancharatra architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	Pancharatra architecture adheres to the Pancharatra Agama, a Vaishnava tradition, emphasizing specific layouts, iconography, and ritual spaces within the temple complex.
Also Known As	Dravidian Style South Indian Temple Architecture with Twin Gopurams Dravidian Temple Architecture Pancharatra Agamic Layout Saiva-Vaishnava Syncretic Planning Tamil Nadu Kovil Craft Diaspora Cultural Campus Mid-Atlantic Climate Adaptation Modern Code-Compliant Temple Design Temple Tank Integration
Tags	Vaishnava Agama Temple layout Iconography Ritual space
Style ID	`INHF-STY-4945760212-14:32:15:12:04:21:PAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/pancharatra-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/pancharatra-architecture-style`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

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Regions

Regions	South India Maharashtra Orissa

Historical Context

Time Periods	Early centuries CE onwards
Dynasties	Various Vaishnava-patronizing dynasties

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts	Vaishnava temples Agamic rituals
Associated Deities	Vishnu Lakshmi Rama Krishna

Architectural Details

Primary Materials	Stone Brick
Architectural Features	Mandapa Garbhagriha Prakara Specific iconographic placements

Keywords

Keywords	Vaishnava Agama Temple layout Iconography Ritual space

Recommended Sources

Title	Type	Notes
The Pancharatra Agama	text	Primary text detailing the principles of Pancharatra.

Heritage Sites (1)

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Sri Siva Vishnu Temple Lanham	Secondary	100%

How to Identify Pancharatra architecture style

Look for characteristic features: Mandapa, Garbhagriha, Prakara.
Verify geographic location: Pancharatra architecture style architecture is typically found in South India and Maharashtra.
Examine construction materials: Pancharatra architecture style typically uses Stone and Brick.
Consider historical context: This style dates from Early centuries CE onwards.
Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

Pancharatra architecture style

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Heritage Sites (1)

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