Adalaj Stepwell or Adalaj ni vav in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, is a stunning example of Indo-Islamic fusion architecture work. It is a massive stepwell built by the Hindu Queen Rudabai with help from neighbouring Muslim ruler King Mahmud Begada. However, it’s history is full of drama and Bollywood like twists and turns. Here is the account of the story and the structure. Continue reading Adalaj Stepwell, Ahmedabad
The Great Stupa of Sanchi attracts travellers from across the world. It is one of the oldest stone structure in India built in the reign of Emperor Ashoka to preserve and promote buddhism and indicating the rich heritage of the country. The complex contain 3 stupas and a temple. Continue reading The Great Stupa, Sanchi
Elephanta Caves contain rock cut stone sculptures that show syncretism of Hindu and Buddhist ideas and iconography. Historians believe that the caves were built in 7th Century by the Rashtrakutas where as there are evidence of human settlement possible by 2nd Century BCE. Such a preserved culture we have. Continue reading Elephanta Caves, Mumbai
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