Stupa Construction

Traditional Buddhist architectural technique for creating dome-shaped reliquary structures.

Overview

Developed in ancient India, used in South Asian religious sites, employing stone and brick.

Technical Features

Involves layered masonry and symbolic elements like the stupa dome and spire for spiritual significance.

Architectural Connections

• South Asian: Buddhist architecture.
• Religious: Reliquary structures.
• Ancient: Early Buddhist era.

Influence and Legacy

Influenced Sanchi Stupa and Southeast Asian stupas, shaping Dravidian architecture.

Related Architects & Works

Vishvakarma (related architect), Borobudur (related building), Dome (element), Ancient (period)