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Architecture

Today's architecture encompasses an extraordinary variety of forms and styles reflecting differences in climate, religion as well as the numerous invaders and colonisers India has absorbed a huge diversity of cultural influences, subtly adapting them to its own needs.

Carved out of a single slab of stone - jail was first introduced to India by the Mughals and is now firmly part of Indian architectural tradition.

A staggering variety of expressions of human delight and exuberance can be seen in may works of ornamentation.

Indian Design Influences: Architecture - Fort Indian Design Influences: Architecture - Palace Indian Design Influences: Architecture - Archway Indian Design Influences: Architecture - Tomb
For comprehensive advice and many more inspirational ideas, why not try one of the books we recommend here?

Indian Design Influences: Architecture - Room Indian Design Influences: Architecture - Palace Indian Design Influences: Architecture - Turrets Indian Design Influences: Architecture - Temple

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