The most beautiful and famous architectural buildings of India

India is a large country with the age-old and top developed culture in the world today. Not only owning the wild and majestic natural landscape, this place also makes a strong impression with unique architectural works that cannot be found anywhere else. The below article is the top of the most beautiful Indian architecture, which will surely be an attractive destination for tourists around the world.

1. History of Indian Architecture

Currently, architectural art in India includes Hindu architecture, Buddhist architecture and Islamic architecture.

Hindu architecture

This architecture often uses monolithic volcanic rocks to build works such as outdoor temples, massive towers… Some famous Hindu architectures such as the Temple in Mahabalipuram, Lingaraja Temple, Mahabalipuram relic cluster…

1.2 Buddhist Architecture

Buddhism has a great influence on the culture and beliefs of the Indian people. Therefore, Buddhist architecture is very focused on construction and elaborate decoration with two main types: Stupa - the place to worship the relics of Buddha and pagoda - where there are Buddha statues. Besides, the Indians have the custom of gilding temples and pagodas to increase the solemnity and splendor. The most typical are Ajanta Cave Temple and Stupa Sanchi.

1.3 Islamic Architecture

Most of the architectural works and mosques in India are built in the style of dome architecture with brilliantly crafted motifs and symmetrical textures on the walls, roofs and columns, ceilings... Some famous places in India following this architecture are the Taj Mahal, Humayun's Tomb, Quwwat ul Islam...

The Taj Mahal with the most famous Islamic architecture in India.

2. Contemplation of 12 greatest and most famous Indian architectural works

Let's explore the unique and most famous architectural works of India today:

2.1 Features of Indian architecture - Taj Mahal

The unique Taj Mahal is always among the top architectural works of India. The temple was built in 1631 at Agra in Uttar Pradesh state. This is where the tomb of Queen Argiuman Bano Begum is located, the wife that Emperor Giahan loved most. Therefore, this place is considered a symbol of undying love of the Indians.

The Taj Mahal is a great example of Mughal Architecture, a style that harmoniously blends many architectural styles such as Persian, Turkish, Indian and Islamic. Besides, this place is also built entirely of white marble, making it more beautiful and luxurious.

2.2 Mahabalipuram relic cluster

Almost all the monuments in the Mahabalipuram cluster of relics were built between 630 and 715 during the Palava dynasty at the mouth of the Palar river in southern India. This is also the most famous temple cluster remaining of Hindu architecture.

Mahabalipuram is an architectural cluster consisting of different large and small temples arranged next to each other and separated directly into large monolithic rocks like heavens with their own shape and shape. In addition, this relic cluster also has a beautiful three-tiered roof that gradually shrinks towards the top.

Mahabalipuram relic cluster is a place to store ancient Indian architectural works.

2.3 Humayun's Tomb

This is the mausoleum of Mughal emperor Humayun with bold Mughal architectural style at East Nizamuddin, New Delhi, India. Humayun's Tomb was built in 1562. In 1993, this place was recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site.

Humayun's Tomb is the first mausoleum in India and the premise for subsequent Mughal architecture. This work has a dome paved with white marble and most of the rest is used red sandstone. In addition, Humayun's Tomb is also famous for its ideal space located in a lush green garden and many dark Persian-style trees.

2.4 Golden Temple - Outstanding Indian Architecture

Referring to the outstanding Indian architecture, it is indispensable for the Golden Temple of Harmandir Sahib. This is the holiest Sikh temple built in December 1585 and completed in August 1604 in the Indian city of Amritsar, Punjab.

The reason why the Harmandir Sahib Temple is called the golden temple is because it is built of marble and covered with gold leaf outside. In particular, the dome of the temple uses up to 100kg of gold inlaid. That is why every architectural line of the building exudes a magnificent, magnificent beauty and shines even at night.

In 2018, the Indian government restored the Golden Temple of India with 81 160kg of pure gold, worth more than 6 million USD.

2.5 Palace of Mysore

Mysore Palace was built in Karnataka state, southern India. Although being built in the 14 th century, it was not until 1912 that this work was completed and survived to this day. This was once the residence of the Wodeyars, the ancient Royal family that ruled India from 1399 to 1950.

Mysore Palace is one of the most luxurious palaces in India. This structure is a perfect amalgamation of various styles such as Hinduism, Islam, Rajput and Gothic. Highlight must be mentioned are the details that are depicted very delicately and meticulously to create a splendid and beautiful space.

Mysore Palace is the most luxurious place in India today.

2.6 Ranakpur Jain Temple

This is one of the Buddhist architectural works of India dating from the 15th century in the hillside of the Arvalis valley in the western province of Rajasthan. Ranakpur Jain Temple was built by a wealthy devout Jain merchant named Dharma Shah under the patronage of the Rajput king, Rana Kumbha.

Ranakpur Jain temple covers an area of about 4,500m2 and white marble is mainly used to build it. It has 4 main temples, 4 halls, 4 doors, 67 arches, 29 sanctuary spaces. The entire architecture of Ranakpur Jain Temple is carved very delicately, skillfully and extremely beautifully.

2.7 Ajanta caves

The Ajanta cave area is located in the middle of the mountain, below the cave is the valley with the meandering Waghora river, located in the Northwest of India. This place is a very important historical evidence in the development of Buddhism in India.

The Ajanta Caves were built in two different periods: around 200 and 600 BC. From a huge rocky mountain range, they are carved to create architectural works of great stature. In addition, these caves also have a layout like a temple, including the main hall, the hall, the monks, etc.

2.8 Sri Ranganathaswamy temple

Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is a temple designed and built in favor of Dravidian architecture, an architectural style that was formed in southern India and flourished at the end of the 16 th century. This is also the largest temple in India and one of the largest religious architectural complexes in the world.

This temple also attracts tourists with the design of the temple gate imbued with Hindu culture. It is also known as Rajagopuram, which means the Royal Temple consists of 11 floors with smaller size as it reaches the top.

Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is one of the holiest Hindu temples in India.

2.9 Konark Sun Temple.

The temple was built around 1238-1264 during the reign of King Narasimha Deva, the heyday of Buddhism in India. The reason why this place is called the temple of the sun is because it is located outside the city of Puri in Orissa next to the beautiful Bay of Bengal coast.

Konark Sun Temple is the largest temple bearing the typical symbol of Buddhist architecture in Indian culture. The temple is designed in the shape of a giant chariot, pulled by 7 stone horses and 12 pairs of wheels, symbolizing the days of the week and the months of the year.

2.10 Agra fort

Agra fort was built in 1639 by the fifth Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. This is a large red sandstone fortress in the 16 th century located on the Yamuna River, in the west-central state of Uttar Pradesh, North Central India.

The reason for the name Red Fort is because the main building material is mostly prominent red sandstone. This place covers an area of 92.6 hectares along with many architectures inside the wall to serve the royal court, residence, workplace and entertainment of the king and was built according to Mogon architecture - a general architectural style. Indian, Persian, Turkish and Muslim styles.

Agra Fort or Lal Qila, Fort Rouge is 2.5 km northwest of the Taj Mahal.

2.11 The Lake Palace

The Lake Palace, located in the middle of Udaipur's Lake Pichola, was built by the Mewar dynasty royal family in 1743 as a summer retreat. Up to now, this place has become one of the most luxurious hotels in India.

The Lake Palace is crafted with sparkling white marble to create an extremely romantic space. Especially, when viewed from afar, this place is like a castle floating on the water that is both luxurious and bold in Indian architectural style.

2.12 Hawa Mahal Wind Palace.

Hawa Mahal Wind Palace was built in 1798 during the reign of emperor Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in the city of Jaipur, in the state of Rajasthan, northern India. Up to now, the whole city has been painted entirely in pink and has become a highlight for tourism here.

This massive project is famous for its many wind cells throughout 5 floors. It can be seen that the Hawa Mahal wind palace is a harmonious combination of Hindu and Islamic architecture with delicately carved details and balustrades. each line, creating a noble royal look.

The Hawa Mahal Wind Palace is one of the most beautiful pink buildings in India.

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