| Title | Sogdian-Indic Syncretic architecture style |
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| Description | A fusion of Sogdian and Indic architectural elements, reflecting Zoroastrian and Vedic religious syncretism prevalent in Central Asia during the early centuries CE. |
| Tags | Sogdian Indic Syncretism Zoroastrian Vedic Central Asia Silk Road |
| Style ID | INHF-915205835-18-11-25-ST |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/sogdian-indic-syncretic-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/sogdian-indic-syncretic-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Sughd Bactria Gandhara |
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| Time Periods | 4th Century CE 8th Century CE |
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| Dynasties | Sogdian Merchant Networks |
| Sacred Contexts | Zoroastrian fire temples Vedic shrines Syncretic religious complexes |
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| Associated Deities | Ahura Mazda Vayu Indra Surya |
| Primary Materials | Mud brick Pakhsa (rammed earth) Wood Stucco |
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| Architectural Features | Rectangular enclosures Pillar decorations Fire altars Mural paintings with Indic and Zoroastrian motifs Courtyards |
| Keywords | Sogdian Indic Syncretism Zoroastrian Vedic Central Asia Silk Road |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ancient Religions of the Silk Road | Book | Explores religious interactions along the Silk Road. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Panjakent Temples Sughd Tajikistan | Primary | 100% |