Introduction to Indian ArchitecturePeriplus Editions (HK) Limited, 2004 - 144 ˹éÒ Take a journey through Indian architecture from the dawn of civilization to the present with this colorful, attractive survey. The architecture of India reflects both the cultural diversity of the subcontinent and its rich political and historical inheritance. In this guide, the various strands of this rich architectural history, from the dawn of civilization to modern times, are beautifully presented in word and picture. Readers are taken on a fascinating tour of Indus Valley civilization, early Vedic traditions, Hindu, Jain, Mughal, regional, colonial and post-independence architectural styles. Themes such as water architecture and the architecture of science also figure prominently, giving many westerners their first glimpse of these styles. The informative text, complemented by 400 photographs, watercolors, maps and plans, provide compelling evidence of India's influence on building design throughout history. |
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... façade is a series of small windows , each opening emphasised by bangla roofs and small canopies or chhattris , and covered with trellised screens . The building , with slim walls only 20 centimeters thick , is constructed of lime ...
... façade is a series of small windows , each opening emphasised by bangla roofs and small canopies or chhattris , and covered with trellised screens . The building , with slim walls only 20 centimeters thick , is constructed of lime ...
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... façade of the spectacular Man Mandir palace behind . Man Mandir ( Palace ) Man Mandir was built by the Tomar king Raja Man Singh in the 15th century . Entrance to it is flanked by twin turrets ; both the portal and the façade of the ...
... façade of the spectacular Man Mandir palace behind . Man Mandir ( Palace ) Man Mandir was built by the Tomar king Raja Man Singh in the 15th century . Entrance to it is flanked by twin turrets ; both the portal and the façade of the ...
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... façade had repetitive but unremarkable windows and a balustraded parapet . The central part of the front façade was emphasised with lonic pilasters . In 1880 , the Writers ' Building was given a major face - lift . Terracotta dressings ...
... façade had repetitive but unremarkable windows and a balustraded parapet . The central part of the front façade was emphasised with lonic pilasters . In 1880 , the Writers ' Building was given a major face - lift . Terracotta dressings ...
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