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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... monasteries , five temples and three intricately carved stone pillars , an example of the artistic achievements of the Gupta age . The foundations of Nalanda were laid in the 5th century , when the first monastery was built . Over the ...
... monasteries , five temples and three intricately carved stone pillars , an example of the artistic achievements of the Gupta age . The foundations of Nalanda were laid in the 5th century , when the first monastery was built . Over the ...
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Bindia Thapar. The Tawang Monastery in Sikkim is the second oldest Buddhist monastery in the world . Among the numerous murals at Tawang is this wall painting which depicts the Wheel of Life . Ground floor plan of the Hemis Monastery ...
Bindia Thapar. The Tawang Monastery in Sikkim is the second oldest Buddhist monastery in the world . Among the numerous murals at Tawang is this wall painting which depicts the Wheel of Life . Ground floor plan of the Hemis Monastery ...
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... monastery Gonkhang chamber for meditation and ritual in the Himalayan monastery Gopuram monumental gateway to a South Indian temple Gudha mandapa assembly hall Gumbad dome Harmika railing around the summit of the stupa Haveli house ...
... monastery Gonkhang chamber for meditation and ritual in the Himalayan monastery Gopuram monumental gateway to a South Indian temple Gudha mandapa assembly hall Gumbad dome Harmika railing around the summit of the stupa Haveli house ...
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