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Hindu Temple Architecture-Geographical Distribution

Author(s) Ms. Deyasi Das
Country India
Abstract Hinduism is one of the world’s most ancient living religious traditions, with its origins deeply rooted in the Indian subcontinent. Its enduring legacy is reflected not only in its rituals, spiritual practices, and sacred texts, but also in its monumental architectural achievements, particularly temple construction. Hindu temples are significant embodiments of religious belief, serving as sacred
spaces dedicated to various deities and as centres of devotional worship. Temples in ancient times, though, represented far more than ancient Hindu temples; they embodied complex symbolic meanings and reflected the intellectual, aesthetic, and technological advancement of their time.
Broadly, Hindu temple architecture evolved into three principal styles based on geographical distribution: the Nagara style in North India, the Dravida style in South India, and the Vesara style, which developed primarily in the Deccan and parts of Central India. Each style further diversified into several sub-styles, producing a rich variety of structural forms, decorative programs, and
symbolic layouts. This paper undertakes a systematic examination of these stylistic traditions, analysing their regional distribution, formal characteristics, and representative monuments, in order to situate Hindu temple architecture within the broader discourse of India’s cultural and architectural heritage.
Keywords Hinduism; Temple Architecture; Nagara; Dravida; Vesara; Regional Architectural Traditions
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Published In Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On 2026-02-24
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i01.69778
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