When someone thinks of stunning architecture, it is easy to flow from the romance of Europe – its cathedral, palaces and palaces. But look a little closer to the house, and you will find that India has its own monuments of their monuments who echo, rival and sometimes the ambiguity of European design. From Indo-Gothic miracles to baroque-inspired miracles, there are 8 Indian heritage sites that can easily hold their grip on the streets of Paris, Vienna or Rome.
Queen’s Vav, Gujarat
It is the 11th -century half -century, which also offers on Indian currency, is a subtrenian temple with ornate Greek amphitherators with layers of ornate stone. Manufactured by Queen Udaymati in honor of her late husband, this UNESCO heritage site is complex filled with carved sculptures and undergone seven stories. Sure, Athens is very beautiful, but can it rival the architecture of our indigenous water harvesting systems?
Gwalior Fort, Madhya Pradesh
If you have gone to any Spanish stronghold, you will realize that most Indian forts are equally astonishing, if not more grand. The best example of a imposed Indian stronghold is Gwalior Fort. Like a guardian, above the city, the Gwalior Fort can be compared to Spain’s Alambra, but is packed in layouts such as its blue-tile front and maze with Hindu and Mughal artistry.
Chanderi Fort, Madhya Pradesh
For us, Chanderi Fort returned its high areas, honey -colored sandstone arches and Greek Hiltop ruins with 11th -century temples and gateways. The design of an important military outpost and trade route hub, Chanderi Fort includes elements of Rajput, Malwa and Mughal architecture and is a grand example of India’s diverse architectural styles.
Leh Palace, Ladakh
Built in the 17th century, this nine-storey palace is similar to a Alpine Fort, with any European Hilltop Chetu rival with panoramic views. Lachen is also known as Palakar Palace, it sees the city of former Royal Palace Leh and is a great example of Tibetan architecture that uses mud, wood, sand and stone. The piece D resistance is the roof, from where the snow -ridden Himalayan peaks are revealed in all their glory.
Mysore Palace, Karnataka
This royal habitat, bright with about 100,000 bulbs during the festive nights, contains a mixture of Hindu, Islamic and Gothic styles. Its stained glass, marble dome and lavish halls were designed by English architect Henry Irwin, an indication for the cathedral of Europe, but with a specific Indian nature.
A few sacks, Rajasthan
It is not useful in Amani, step 1,200 years old step-step-it is beautiful. Chand Bauri has also been depicted in many films over the years, descending 13 stories with 3,500 perfectly symmetric steps. This is another example of indigenous water systems in dried-affected areas and performs fuses and functions with mathematical beauty.
Martand Sun Temple, Jammu and Kashmir
Located in Anantnag, this is the 8th -century temple dedicated to the Sun God, a beautiful beautiful complex of stone pillars and open courtyards. The Greco-Roman-style coalondads and open-air shrine layout invite a comparison of acropolis. While the temple is mostly in ruins, it is still a beautiful heritage place that is dramatically set against the Himalayan Mountains.
Albert Hall Museum, Rajasthan
Built in 1887, the Albert Hall Museum is a bright mix of the Indo-Sarasenic architecture-a royal fusion of Mughal, Rajput and Gothic elements. Along with domes, the astrological (forged windows), grand arche, and a central dome reminds of the European museums and halls, it seems to be distinctive Indian yet. While its London has named colonial grandeur, the version of Jaipur reinforces that heritage with separate Indian ornamentation and reference.
