| Title | Swaminarayan architecture style |
|---|---|
| Description | A contemporary Hindu temple style emphasizing intricate carvings, devotional art, and community spaces, often incorporating modern engineering and sustainable design principles within the framework of Shilpa Shastras. |
| Tags | Swaminarayan BAPS Mandir Shilpa Shastra Modern Hindu Temple Hindu Temple Vastu Shastra Gujarat Akshardham Diaspora Temple Hindu temple Shikhara Diaspora architecture Gujarati architecture Sampradaya Temple architecture Hindu architecture Haveli Temple Hinduism Community |
| Style ID | INHF-912346019-18-11-25-SA |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/swaminarayan-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/swaminarayan-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 7 |
| Primary Sites | 5 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Gujarat Worldwide (Swaminarayan diaspora) Maharashtra Rajasthan Worldwide Worldwide Swaminarayan diaspora United Kingdom United States Africa North America East Africa |
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| Time Periods | 20th century CE 21st century CE 20th Century CE 21st Century CE 19th century CE - Present 19th century CE onwards 19th century CE |
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| Dynasties | Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Swaminarayan Sampradaya |
| Sacred Contexts | Swaminarayan temples Hindu temples Swaminarayan Mandirs Sabha Halls Cultural complexes Community centers Haveli complexes |
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| Associated Deities | Swaminarayan Krishna Radha Shiva Parvati Radha Krishna Shiva Parvati Hanuman |
| Primary Materials | Marble Sandstone Reinforced concrete Granite Limestone Concrete Steel Wood Timber |
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| Architectural Features | Intricate carvings Elaborate mandapas Community halls Water features Shilpa Shastra compliance Shikhara Torana Pillared halls Vastu Shastra compliance Elaborate carvings Shikharas Toranas Community spaces Mandapas Modern amenities Mandapa Garbhagriha Colorful facades Haveli elements Vibrant colors |
| Keywords | Swaminarayan BAPS Mandir Shilpa Shastra Modern Hindu Temple Hindu Temple Vastu Shastra Gujarat Akshardham Diaspora Temple Hindu temple Shikhara Diaspora architecture Gujarati architecture Sampradaya Temple architecture Hindu architecture Haveli Temple Hinduism Community |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Swaminarayan Akshardham official website | website | Primary source for understanding the architectural and spiritual significance. |
| Swaminarayan Akshardham, New Delhi | website | Information on Swaminarayan architecture and philosophy. |
| Swaminarayan Hinduism: Tradition, Change, and Globalization | book | |
| Swaminarayan Akshardham publications | Book | Official publications detailing architectural principles and construction. |
| Research papers on Swaminarayan temples | academic paper | Scholarly articles on the architectural and social aspects |
| BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha | organization | Official website of the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha |
| BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha | organization | Key organization promoting Swaminarayan architecture |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir (Sharjah Sabha Mandir) | Primary | 100% |
| Shree Kutch Satsang Swaminarayan Temple Bolton | Primary | 100% |
| Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Cardiff | Primary | 100% |
| Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Leicester | Primary | 100% |
| Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Scarborough | Primary | 100% |
| BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Akshardham Robbinsville | Secondary | 100% |
| BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Toronto | Secondary | 100% |