Title

Shakta architecture style

Rare
4.5/5(Based on 4 heritage sites)
DescriptionShakta architecture, found across India, emphasizes temples dedicated to the Goddess (Shakti), often featuring unique iconographic programs and ritual spaces tailored to Shakta practices.
Also Known As
Dravidian Hindu Temple Architecture with South Indian Shakta Architectural
Iconographic Influences
South Indian Dravidian Architecture
Tamil Shakta Temple Design
Pallava Architecture
Chola Architecture
Pandya Architecture
Contemporary Dravidian Temple Architecture with Reinforced Concrete Frame
Dravidian Temple Architecture
Shakta Temple Typology
Sri Lankan Diaspora Planning
Contemporary Concrete Construction
Australian Multicultural Venue Design
Indo-Australian Structural Collaboration
Navaratri Festival Layout
Dravidian Shakta Temple Architecture with Paadal Petra Concept
Shakta Iconography
Contemporary Heritage Construction
Paadal Petra Inspiration
Contemporary Dravidian Temple Architecture with Fortress Motifs
Dravidian Kali Temple Architecture
Fortress-Inspired Saivite Design
Urban Temple-Civic Hybrid
Tags
Shakta
Goddess
Devi
Temple
Iconography
Shakti
Mahavidya
Tantra
Feminine Divine
Yantra
Goddess temple
Feminine divine
Protective imagery
Style ID
INHF-STY-0167906574-14:53:13:23:08:18:SAS
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/shakta-architecture-style
API Endpoint
https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/shakta-architecture-style
Total Sites4
Primary Sites0
CreatedNovember 19, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 29, 2025

External References

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Regions

Regions
Pan-Indian
Bengal
Assam
Himachal Pradesh
Tamil Nadu
Kerala

Historical Context

Time Periods
Ancient-Present
6th-19th century CE
Ancient to present
Ancient times onwards
Dynasties
Gupta
Pala
Chola

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts
Shakta temples
Shakta temples, Shakti Peethas, Tantric worship sites
Hindu temples
Goddess shrines
Associated Deities
Durga
Lakshmi
Saraswati
Kali
Parvati
Shakti

Architectural Details

Primary Materials
Stone
Brick
Wood
Paint
Architectural Features
Yoni-pitha
Garbhagriha
Mandapa
Iconography of Goddesses
Yoni-shaped altars
Images of the Mahavidyas
Circular or octagonal layouts
Shrines dedicated to various forms of Shakti
Yantra-based layouts
Shrines dedicated to goddesses
Vibrant colors
Symbolic imagery
Protective motifs

Keywords

Keywords
Shakta
Goddess
Devi
Temple
Iconography
Shakti
Mahavidya
Tantra
Feminine Divine
Yantra
Goddess temple
Feminine divine
Protective imagery

Recommended Sources

TitleTypeNotes
Shakti: Realm of the Divine Motherbook
Tantric ArtBookExploration of the iconography and symbolism in Shakta temples.
Hindu Goddesses: Visions of the Divine Feminine in the Hindu Religious TraditionBookExploration of the iconography and significance of Hindu goddesses.
Shakti and ShaktaBookStudy of the Shakta tradition and its influence on temple architecture.

See Also

Related Materials

Stone
Brick
Wood
Paint

Related Features

Yoni-pitha
Garbhagriha
Mandapa
Iconography of Goddesses
Yoni-shaped altars
Images of the Mahavidyas
Circular or octagonal layouts
Shrines dedicated to various forms of Shakti
Yantra-based layouts
Shrines dedicated to goddesses
Vibrant colors
Symbolic imagery
Protective motifs
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How to Identify Shakta architecture style

  1. Look for characteristic features: Yoni-pitha, Garbhagriha, Mandapa.
  2. Verify geographic location: Shakta architecture style architecture is typically found in Pan-Indian and Bengal.
  3. Examine construction materials: Shakta architecture style typically uses Stone and Brick.
  4. Consider historical context: This style dates from Ancient-Present.
  5. Compare with documented examples: 4 heritage sites use this architectural style.

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