| Title | Tribal Influenced architecture styleRare |
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| Description | Architecture incorporating tribal influences reflects indigenous building techniques, materials, and decorative motifs, often blending with mainstream styles to create unique regional expressions. |
| Also Known As | Nagara Style Hindu Temple Curvilinear tower sanctum. Nagara Architecture Kalinga Architecture Central Indian Temple Architecture Chalukyan Architecture South Indian Temple Influences Tribal Architectural Influences of Bastar Gupta Period Influences |
| Tags | Tribal Indigenous Vernacular Regional Local materials |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-4212431530-09:41:49:17:02:24:TIAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/tribal-influenced-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/tribal-influenced-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | Bastar region of Chhattisgarh Other tribal areas of India |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | Varies based on region and tribe |
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| Dynasties | Local tribal chieftains and communities |
Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Local shrines Village temples |
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| Associated Deities | Local deities Animistic spirits |
Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Wood Bamboo Mud Thatch Local stone |
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| Architectural Features | Use of local materials Earthen construction Thatched roofs Tribal motifs |
Keywords
| Keywords | Tribal Indigenous Vernacular Regional Local materials |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tribal Arts and Crafts of India | Book | Provides insight into tribal art and building traditions. |
Heritage Sites (1)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Danteshwari Temple Dantewada | Secondary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Wood
Bamboo
Mud
Thatch
Local stone
Related Features
Use of local materials
Earthen construction
Thatched roofs
Tribal motifs
Example Sites
How to Identify Tribal Influenced architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Use of local materials, Earthen construction, Thatched roofs.
- Verify geographic location: Tribal Influenced architecture style architecture is typically found in Bastar region of Chhattisgarh and Other tribal areas of India.
- Examine construction materials: Tribal Influenced architecture style typically uses Wood and Bamboo.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from Varies based on region and tribe.
- Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.