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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... roofing material . In the south , clay tiles are the most common pukka roofing material . The structural material for construc- tion in the south is usually casuarina or the coconut palm , good for roofing and roof beams . Floors can be ...
... roofing material . In the south , clay tiles are the most common pukka roofing material . The structural material for construc- tion in the south is usually casuarina or the coconut palm , good for roofing and roof beams . Floors can be ...
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... roof , also made of clay , was the defining element of the temple form . Reflecting vernacu- lar traditions , the roofs can be classified into two main types - chala and ratna . Stylistically derived from the architecture of the ...
... roof , also made of clay , was the defining element of the temple form . Reflecting vernacu- lar traditions , the roofs can be classified into two main types - chala and ratna . Stylistically derived from the architecture of the ...
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... roof , which slopes from a central point to either side , where it is held up by thick walls . Left : The Keshta Raya Temple , an example of the jor bangla style of roof . Although the exterior form of this twin roof differs from the ...
... roof , which slopes from a central point to either side , where it is held up by thick walls . Left : The Keshta Raya Temple , an example of the jor bangla style of roof . Although the exterior form of this twin roof differs from the ...
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