| Title | Rashtrakuta architecture styleRare |
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| Description | The Rashtrakuta style, flourishing under the Rashtrakuta dynasty (8th-10th centuries CE) in the Deccan region, is characterized by its ambitious rock-cut cave temples and monolithic structures, showcasing a synthesis of Dravidian and Nagara influences. |
| Also Known As | Dravidian rock-cut monolithic excavation. Dravidian Architecture Pallava Architecture Chalukya Architecture Rashtrakuta Architecture South Indian Temple Architecture Rock-cut Architecture Indian Rock-cut Temple Style Cave Temple Architecture |
| Tags | Rock-cut Monolithic Cave Temple Deccan Ellora Rashtrakuta |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-5556137635-06:00:11:07:07:24:RAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/rashtrakuta-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/rashtrakuta-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
Regions
| Regions | Maharashtra Karnataka Andhra Pradesh |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | 8th Century CE 9th Century CE 10th Century CE |
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| Dynasties | Rashtrakuta Dynasty |
Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu Temple Cave Temple |
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| Associated Deities | Shiva Vishnu Lakshmi Parvati |
Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Basalt Rock |
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| Architectural Features | Monolithic excavation Rock-cut architecture Sculptural panels Pillared halls Shikhara |
Keywords
| Keywords | Rock-cut Monolithic Cave Temple Deccan Ellora Rashtrakuta |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Kailasa Temple, Ellora | Wikipedia | General information |
| The Art of the Rashtrakutas | Book | Scholarly analysis of Rashtrakuta art and architecture |
Heritage Sites (1)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Kailasa Temple Ellora | Primary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Basalt
Rock
Related Features
Monolithic excavation
Rock-cut architecture
Sculptural panels
Pillared halls
Shikhara
Example Sites
How to Identify Rashtrakuta architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Monolithic excavation, Rock-cut architecture, Sculptural panels.
- Verify geographic location: Rashtrakuta architecture style architecture is typically found in Maharashtra and Karnataka.
- Examine construction materials: Rashtrakuta architecture style typically uses Basalt and Rock.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from 8th Century CE.
- Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.