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Yogini Temple architecture style

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DescriptionYogini temples, dedicated to the sixty-four Yoginis, often feature a circular or rectangular open-air enclosure housing individual shrines, reflecting Tantric traditions and Shakti worship.
Also Known As
Pratihara
Hindu temple
circular plan
open mandapa.
Pratihara Architecture
Gurjara-Pratihara influences
Early North Indian Temple Style
Central Indian Temple Architecture
Hindu Temple Architecture
Circular Temple Design
Yogini Temple Architecture
Tantric Architectural Influences
Tags
Yogini
Tantra
Shakti
Circular
Hypaethral
Sixty-four
Chausath
Style ID
INHF-STY-8909766630-10:58:28:11:05:24:YTAS
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/yogini-temple-architecture-style
API Endpoint
https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/yogini-temple-architecture-style
Total Sites1
Primary Sites0
CreatedNovember 19, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 29, 2025

External References

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Regions

Regions
Madhya Pradesh
Odisha
Uttar Pradesh
Tamil Nadu

Historical Context

Time Periods
9th-13th century CE

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts
Tantric temples
Shakta temples
Yogini temples
Associated Deities
Yoginis
Durga
Shakti

Architectural Details

Primary Materials
Sandstone
Laterite
Architectural Features
Circular plan
Open-air enclosure
Individual shrines
Hypaethral

Keywords

Keywords
Yogini
Tantra
Shakti
Circular
Hypaethral
Sixty-four
Chausath

Recommended Sources

TitleTypeNotes
The Yoginī Cult and Temples: A Tantric Tradition of Indiabook

Heritage Sites (1)

Site NameStatusConfidence
Chausath Yogini Temple Morena
Secondary
100%

See Also

Related Materials

Sandstone
Laterite

Related Features

Circular plan
Open-air enclosure
Individual shrines
Hypaethral

Example Sites

Chausath Yogini Temple Morena
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How to Identify Yogini Temple architecture style

  1. Look for characteristic features: Circular plan, Open-air enclosure, Individual shrines.
  2. Verify geographic location: Yogini Temple architecture style architecture is typically found in Madhya Pradesh and Odisha.
  3. Examine construction materials: Yogini Temple architecture style typically uses Sandstone and Laterite.
  4. Consider historical context: This style dates from 9th-13th century CE.
  5. Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

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