Art and culture play a crucial role in our lives. From the vibrant folk dances to the intricate sculptures, the rich cultural heritage of India is a treasure trove of…
Dancing girl statue, Indus valley civilization The Indus Valley civilization is renowned for its art, and perhaps the most beautiful example is the statue of the Dancing Girl. Made of…
From the second century BCE onwards, various rulers established their control over the vast Mauryan Empire: the Shungas, Kanvas, Kushanas and Guptas in the north and parts of central India;…
European Influence on Indian Architecture Portuguese Architecture Early Portuguese architecture in India is seen in churches, cathedrals and schools. These churches were built in the Iberian style, and western India…
The arrival of Muslim rule in the late 12th century brought together two significant architectural styles. Over time, this resulted in a greater synthesis and fusion of the best elements…
Chalukyan architecture The Chalukyan architecture is a blend of Nagara and Dravidian styles, and can be observed in temples built in Aihole, Badami, and Pattadakal. These temples lack a covered…
Early Temples in India During the early part of the Vedic era, there is no clear mention of temples. Instead, worship and rituals were conducted in front of the holy…
India’s architectural traditions owe their origin to Buddhism and Jainism, with developments in Buddhist architecture thriving between the fifth and fourteenth centuries. These often went hand-in-hand with Hindu architecture, and…
Rock-cut architecture involves excavating solid rock in its natural setting to create structures, buildings, and sculptures. The primary applications of this technique are for constructing temples, tombs, and cave dwellings.…
The earliest known culture of the Indian subcontinent is the Indus Valley Civilization, which developed primarily during the Chalcolithic period (3300-1300 BCE). Most of the sites belonging to this period…