| Title | Temple Pond architecture style |
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| Description | Temple ponds, or Kalyanis, are integral to temple complexes, serving ritualistic and aesthetic purposes, often featuring stepped designs and intricate carvings, reflecting the sacredness of water in Hindu traditions. |
| Tags | Kalyani Pushkarini Temple Tank Sacred Water Water Architecture |
| Style ID | INHF-213853813-18-11-25-TN |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/temple-pond-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/temple-pond-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Pan-Indian |
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| Time Periods | Ancient-Present |
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| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples |
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| Associated Deities | Varuna Ganga Yamuna |
| Primary Materials | Stone Brick |
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| Architectural Features | Stepped design Surrounding walls Sculptures Access steps Water filtration systems (modern adaptations) |
| Keywords | Kalyani Pushkarini Temple Tank Sacred Water Water Architecture |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Architectural Water Systems | article | Overview of traditional water management techniques in Indian architecture. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lakshmi Temple Ashland | Secondary | 100% |