| Title | Tibetan Buddhist Monastery architecture style |
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| Description | Tibetan Buddhist Monastery architecture integrates indigenous building techniques with influences from Indian monastic traditions, characterized by fortified structures, assembly halls (Dukhang), and residential quarters for monks. |
| Tags | Gompa Dukhang Lhakhang Chorten Kora |
| Style ID | INHF-676101318-18-11-25-TT |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/style/tibetan-buddhist-monastery-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/tibetan-buddhist-monastery-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 0 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Tibet Ladakh Sikkim Arunachal Pradesh |
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| Time Periods | 7th century CE Present |
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| Dynasties | Yarlung dynasty Various Tibetan Buddhist orders |
| Sacred Contexts | Buddhist monasteries Retreat centers |
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| Associated Deities | Buddha Bodhisattvas Local deities |
| Primary Materials | Stone Timber Mud brick |
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| Architectural Features | Dukhang (assembly hall) Lhakhang (temple) Kora (circumambulation path) Chorten (stupa) Fortified walls |
| Keywords | Gompa Dukhang Lhakhang Chorten Kora |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| The Art and Architecture of Ancient Tibet | Book | Comprehensive overview of Tibetan architectural styles. |