Title

Tribal Influenced architecture style

Rare
4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
DescriptionArchitecture 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
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/tribal-influenced-architecture-style
API Endpoint
https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/tribal-influenced-architecture-style
Total Sites1
Primary Sites0
CreatedNovember 19, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 29, 2025

External References

Regions

Regions
Bastar region of Chhattisgarh
Other tribal areas of India

Historical Context

Time Periods
Varies based on region and tribe
Dynasties
Local tribal chieftains and communities

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts
Local shrines
Village temples
Associated Deities
Local deities
Animistic spirits

Architectural Details

Primary Materials
Wood
Bamboo
Mud
Thatch
Local stone
Architectural Features
Use of local materials
Earthen construction
Thatched roofs
Tribal motifs

Keywords

Keywords
Tribal
Indigenous
Vernacular
Regional
Local materials

Recommended Sources

TitleTypeNotes
Tribal Arts and Crafts of IndiaBookProvides insight into tribal art and building traditions.

Heritage Sites (1)

Site NameStatusConfidence
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

How to Identify Tribal Influenced architecture style

  1. Look for characteristic features: Use of local materials, Earthen construction, Thatched roofs.
  2. Verify geographic location: Tribal Influenced architecture style architecture is typically found in Bastar region of Chhattisgarh and Other tribal areas of India.
  3. Examine construction materials: Tribal Influenced architecture style typically uses Wood and Bamboo.
  4. Consider historical context: This style dates from Varies based on region and tribe.
  5. Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

Frequently Asked Questions