What is Traditional Goan Temple architecture style?

This style represents a unique regional adaptation of temple architecture found in Goa, often blending indigenous traditions with influences from neighboring styles and Portuguese colonial elements.

Where is Traditional Goan Temple architecture style architecture found?

Traditional Goan Temple architecture style architecture is primarily found in Goa. There are 1 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

When was Traditional Goan Temple architecture style architecture used?

Traditional Goan Temple architecture style architecture was used during 16th Century CE, 17th Century CE, 18th Century CE, 19th Century CE, 20th Century CE, 21st Century CE. It is associated with the Kadamba Dynasty, Vijayanagara Empire, Maratha Empire, Portuguese Colonial Administration, Local Goan communities dynasty/period.

What materials are used in Traditional Goan Temple architecture style architecture?

Traditional Goan Temple architecture style architecture typically uses Laterite stone, Wood, Clay tiles, Lime plaster. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Which heritage sites use Traditional Goan Temple architecture style architecture?

There are 1 heritage sites documented with Traditional Goan Temple architecture style architecture. 1 sites use this as their primary architectural style. You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Traditional Goan Temple architecture style | Inheritage Foundation Art & Architecture Thesaurus | Inheritage Foundation

Title	Traditional Goan Temple architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	This style represents a unique regional adaptation of temple architecture found in Goa, often blending indigenous traditions with influences from neighboring styles and Portuguese colonial elements.
Also Known As	Dravidian Architecture Temple Pyramidal gopuram tower Kadamba Architecture Chalukya Architecture Vijayanagara Architecture Hoysala Architecture Maratha Temple Architecture Traditional Goan Temple Architecture
Tags	Goan temple architecture Laterite construction Sloping roofs Deepa Stambha Kuladevata Indo-Portuguese architecture
Style ID	`INHF-STY-6029433781-03:15:28:29:10:19:TGTAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/traditional-goan-temple-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/traditional-goan-temple-architecture-style`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	1
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

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Regions

Regions	Goa

Historical Context

Time Periods	16th Century CE 17th Century CE 18th Century CE 19th Century CE 20th Century CE 21st Century CE
Dynasties	Kadamba Dynasty Vijayanagara Empire Maratha Empire Portuguese Colonial Administration Local Goan communities

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts	Hindu temples Village shrines Kuladevata shrines
Associated Deities	Brahma Shiva Vishnu Devi (various forms) Local deities

Architectural Details

Primary Materials	Laterite stone Wood Clay tiles Lime plaster
Architectural Features	Sloping roofs Wooden pillars Balconies Deepa Stambha (lamp pillars) Sacred tanks (pushkarini) Garbhagriha (sanctum) Sabha Mandapa (assembly hall)

Keywords

Keywords	Goan temple architecture Laterite construction Sloping roofs Deepa Stambha Kuladevata Indo-Portuguese architecture

Recommended Sources

Title	Type	Notes
Temples of Goa	Book	General overview of Goan temple architecture.

Heritage Sites (1)

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Brahma Temple Carambolim	Primary	100%

How to Identify Traditional Goan Temple architecture style

Look for characteristic features: Sloping roofs, Wooden pillars, Balconies.
Verify geographic location: Traditional Goan Temple architecture style architecture is typically found in Goa.
Examine construction materials: Traditional Goan Temple architecture style typically uses Laterite stone and Wood.
Consider historical context: This style dates from 16th Century CE.
Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

Traditional Goan Temple architecture style

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Historical Context

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Heritage Sites (1)

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