Although Akshardham is far more than a temple, Akshardham defines the harmony of the symphony in spirituality, culture, and architectural excellence-all mingled together. Lying right in the middle of India’s capital, New Delhi, Akshardham soon found its place as one of the key points visited by a tourist coming into the country. The mega structure…
Katas Raj Temples represent a complex of historical temples which were meant for the Hindu Lord Shiva. Most of them are at Katas, in Punjab, Pakistan, which have very important significance, rich history, and architectural grandeur value. The purpose of this paper is to describe more about the thrilling history, the architectural details of Katas…
Right in the middle of Jaipur, the proud structure called City Palace is alive and breathing. The stories it narrates speak about a showy grandeur that once tagged itself with Rajasthan royalty, namely customer IDENTITY. This magnificent palace complex is a melting pot of Rajput, Mughal, and European styles of architecture; hence, it acts like…
Indeed, the Indus Valley Civilization archaeological site-ancient city of Harappa-is located in Punjab, western Pakistan. History has it that this was among the first civilizations to have urban culture; hence, referring to insights into early man and technology. We review herein the rich history of Harappa from rise to peak and its eventual decline and…
It stands atop the Chittar Hill in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, comprising grandeur, opulence, and royalty. Being among the largest residences in the world, it is absolutely a perfect embodiment of eastern and western architectural influences. Other than being used as a residence for royalties, it comprised a museum and a posh hotel-a place which always adorns…
The Derawar Fort has always remained an imposing potent sentinel that has never been bypassed while narrating the glory of the glorious past of Pakistan. Right in the middle of the Cholistan Desert, it is an imposing structure tall enough to bear testimony to the amazingly rich and turbulent history of this area. It indeed…
The tall building stands in height and pride in its architecture, representative of British colonial architecture, and is amongst the most long-remembered signs of the rich history which Kolkata boasts. This colossal was built in the memory of Queen Victoria and hence turned out to be the subject matter of historic importance besides architectural brilliance-one…
Badshahi Masjid is an overwhelmingly wild monument, speaking volumes about the grand gesture of the Mughal Empire. This imposing building stands tall, towering at the very heart of Lahore in Pakistan, testifying to greatness not only in regard to the Mughal architectural tradition but also being one of the finest places of worship for followers…
It was the ultimate combination of plenty in life and multi-faceted heritage that the Maharanajas of Rajasthan carried.Standing chivalrous in heart of jaipur, this grand complex of palaces confronts and extends itself as an elongated mix of courtyards, gardens and buildings. City palace complex stands not only as a great architectural wonder but also it…
Altit Fort is the living heritage in Hunza Valley and not a relic of yesteryears. The helical, too intricately carved form narrates tales of yesteryears, making the fort breathe amidst a present scenario. Nestled amidst magnificent landscapes of Northern Pakistan, this beauty of an edifice comprises historicity. Historical BackgroundOrigin and ConstructionThe Altit Fort is over…
