| Title | Temple Tank architecture styleRare |
|---|---|
| Description | Temple tanks, integral to Hindu temple complexes, are water reservoirs designed for ritual purification and practical use, often featuring stepped designs and surrounding mandapas. |
| Also Known As | Dravidian Gopuram Temple Architecture with Pilgrimage Campus Dravidian Temple Architecture South Indian Pilgrimage Planning Granite Sanctum Construction Gopuram Engineering Pilgrim Services Campus Cultural Education Centre Landscape Water Integration |
| Tags | Pushkarini Kalyani Water tank Temple pond Ritual bathing |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-3330121670-00:32:08:28:04:18:TTAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/temple-tank-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/temple-tank-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | Pan-Indian |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | Ancient to present |
|---|---|
| Dynasties | Various regional dynasties |
Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples |
|---|---|
| Associated Deities | Associated with various deities depending on the temple |
Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Stone Brick Lime mortar |
|---|---|
| Architectural Features | Stepped design Surrounding mandapas Inlets and outlets Sculptural details |
Keywords
| Keywords | Pushkarini Kalyani Water tank Temple pond Ritual bathing |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Architectural Theory and Practice | Book | General information on water management in Indian architecture. |
Heritage Sites (1)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Venkateswara (Balaji) Temple Tividale | Secondary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Stone
Brick
Lime mortar
Related Features
Stepped design
Surrounding mandapas
Inlets and outlets
Sculptural details
Example Sites
How to Identify Temple Tank architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Stepped design, Surrounding mandapas, Inlets and outlets.
- Verify geographic location: Temple Tank architecture style architecture is typically found in Pan-Indian.
- Examine construction materials: Temple Tank architecture style typically uses Stone and Brick.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from Ancient to present.
- Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.