What is Vastu Shastra architecture style?

Traditional Indian system of architecture integrating design principles, spatial geometry, and directional alignments based on Vedic texts to harmonize buildings with natural and cosmic energies.

Where is Vastu Shastra architecture style architecture found?

Vastu Shastra architecture style architecture is primarily found in Pan-Indian. There are 1 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

When was Vastu Shastra architecture style architecture used?

Vastu Shastra architecture style architecture was used during Ancient to present.

What materials are used in Vastu Shastra architecture style architecture?

Vastu Shastra architecture style architecture typically uses Varies by region. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Which heritage sites use Vastu Shastra architecture style architecture?

There are 1 heritage sites documented with Vastu Shastra architecture style architecture. You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Vastu Shastra architecture style | Inheritage Foundation Art & Architecture Thesaurus | Inheritage Foundation

Title	Vastu Shastra architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	Traditional Indian system of architecture integrating design principles, spatial geometry, and directional alignments based on Vedic texts to harmonize buildings with natural and cosmic energies.
Also Known As	Indo-Islamic architecture style Maru-Gurjara architecture style Nagara architecture style Vedic Planning Principles Gurjara-Pratihara Architecture Shilpa Shastra-Based Design Vastu Shastra Integration Ancient Indian Mathematical Concepts Indian Fortification Techniques Influence of Vedic Astronomy
Tags	Mandala Orientation Proportion
Style ID	`INHF-STY-2148553584-22:34:06:16:10:21:VSAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/vastu-shastra-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/vastu-shastra-architecture-style`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

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Regions

Regions	Pan-Indian

Historical Context

Time Periods	Ancient to present

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts	Residential Temple Urban planning
Associated Deities	Vastu Purusha

Architectural Details

Primary Materials	Varies by region
Architectural Features	Grid planning (Mandala) Directional alignment Proportionate measurements

Keywords

Keywords	Mandala Orientation Proportion

Recommended Sources

Title	Type	Notes
Manasara Shilpa Shastra	text	Key Vastu Shastra text

Heritage Sites (1)

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Abiverd Medieval Silk Road City Ahal Turkmenistan	Secondary	100%

How to Identify Vastu Shastra architecture style

Look for characteristic features: Grid planning (Mandala), Directional alignment, Proportionate measurements.
Verify geographic location: Vastu Shastra architecture style architecture is typically found in Pan-Indian.
Examine construction materials: Vastu Shastra architecture style typically uses Varies by region.
Consider historical context: This style dates from Ancient to present.
Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

Vastu Shastra architecture style

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