| Title | Sri Lankan Cave Temple architecture style |
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| Description | Characterized by rock-cut cave shrines, often adorned with murals and sculptures, reflecting a synthesis of indigenous traditions and Indian Buddhist influences, particularly Theravada Buddhism. |
| Tags | Cave temples Murals Sculptures Theravada Buddhism Sri Lanka |
| Style ID | INHF-825077883-18-11-25-SE |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/sri-lankan-cave-temple-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/sri-lankan-cave-temple-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Central Province, Sri Lanka |
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| Time Periods | Various periods, from 1st century BCE onwards |
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| Dynasties | Various Sri Lankan kingdoms |
| Sacred Contexts | Buddhist Viharas, monastic complexes |
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| Associated Deities | Buddha, Bodhisattvas, Hindu deities (in syncretic contexts) |
| Primary Materials | Rock, lime plaster, pigments |
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| Architectural Features | Rock-cut caves, painted murals, Buddha images, stupas (dagobas) |
| Keywords | Cave temples Murals Sculptures Theravada Buddhism Sri Lanka |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Ancient Anuradhapura - The Monastic City | book | Overview of early Sri Lankan Buddhist architecture. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
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| Dambulla Cave Temple Matale Sri Lanka | Primary | 100% |