Traditional Buddhist architectural technique for creating dome-shaped reliquary structures.
Developed in ancient India, used in South Asian religious sites, employing stone and brick.
Involves layered masonry and symbolic elements like the stupa dome and spire for spiritual significance.
Influenced Sanchi Stupa and Southeast Asian stupas, shaping Dravidian architecture.
Vishvakarma (related architect), Borobudur (related building), Dome (element), Ancient (period)