What is Ratna architecture style?

A distinctive temple style featuring one or more 'ratnas' or spires, often seen in Bengal, where the number of spires (eka, pancha, nava) denotes variations in design and complexity.

Where is Ratna architecture style architecture found?

Ratna architecture style architecture is primarily found in West Bengal. There are 1 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

When was Ratna architecture style architecture used?

Ratna architecture style architecture was used during 17th Century CE, 18th Century CE. It is associated with the Malla dynasty dynasty/period.

What materials are used in Ratna architecture style architecture?

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

Which heritage sites use Ratna architecture style architecture?

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

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

Title	Ratna architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	A distinctive temple style featuring one or more 'ratnas' or spires, often seen in Bengal, where the number of spires (eka, pancha, nava) denotes variations in design and complexity.
Also Known As	Classical Bengali Eclectic Terracotta Brick Temples Eka-ratna (single-spired) style Pancharatna (five-spired) style Navaratna (nine-spired) style Laterite construction techniques Classical Bengali hut-shaped roofs (Chala) Curvilinear 'Bangla' roof Jor Bangla style (joined huts) Islamic architectural influences (arches domes - limited) Mughal influence (decorative elements - limited)
Tags	Ratna Spire Bengal Temple
Style ID	`INHF-STY-8486080480-22:42:43:19:02:22:RAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/ratna-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/ratna-architecture-style`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

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Regions

Regions	West Bengal

Historical Context

Time Periods	17th Century CE 18th Century CE
Dynasties	Malla dynasty

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts	Hindu temples
Associated Deities	Krishna Radha Durga

Architectural Details

Primary Materials	Brick Terracotta
Architectural Features	Eka-ratna (single-spired) Pancharatna (five-spired) Navaratna (nine-spired)

Keywords

Keywords	Ratna Spire Bengal Temple

Heritage Sites (1)

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Bishnupur Terracotta Temples Bishnupur	Secondary	100%

How to Identify Ratna architecture style

Look for characteristic features: Eka-ratna (single-spired), Pancharatna (five-spired), Navaratna (nine-spired).
Verify geographic location: Ratna architecture style architecture is typically found in West Bengal.
Examine construction materials: Ratna architecture style typically uses Brick and Terracotta.
Consider historical context: This style dates from 17th Century CE.
Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

Ratna architecture style

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Heritage Sites (1)

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