| Title | Tamil Dravida architecture styleRare |
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| Description | A regional variant of Dravida architecture, Tamil Dravida style is distinguished by its towering gopurams, intricate stucco work, and a strong emphasis on the deity Murugan in some contexts. |
| Also Known As | Dravidian (Tamil) Temple Architecture with Raja Gopuram Tamil Dravidian Architecture Raja Gopuram Engineering Urban Temple Redevelopment Granite Sanctum Craft Tamil Diaspora Cultural Centre Hybrid Concrete-Steel Structure |
| Tags | Tamil temple Gopuram Murugan temple South Indian architecture |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-0296008936-12:46:41:15:03:22:TDAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/tamil-dravida-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/tamil-dravida-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
| Regions | Tamil Nadu |
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| Time Periods | 7th-18th century CE |
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| Dynasties | Chola Pandya Nayaka |
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Murugan shrines |
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| Associated Deities | Murugan Shiva Parvati Ganesha |
| Keywords | Tamil temple Gopuram Murugan temple South Indian architecture |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| The Great Temple at Thanjavur: One Thousand Years | Book | Detailed study of a major Chola temple. |
| Art and Architecture of the Tamil Country | Book | Overview of Tamil art and architecture. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| London Sri Murugan Temple | Secondary | 100% |