Basis of the Intricate Architectural Designs
Intricate Architectures Coming from Basic Sacred Shapes
Triangle: Symbolises human existence and principles of humanity
Circle: Depicts Allah's infinite nature
Square: Symbol of material world and physical experience
Hexagon: Symbol of Heaven
The Kandariya Mahadev Temple
The Humayun's Tomb
The Plan
The hexagonal chattries (doomed pavilions) are similar to those found in Rajput forts
The sarcophagus of Humayun is found in the central doomed chamber
The Black marble has been used for geometrical patterns to relive the monotony
The Taj Mahal
The interior spaces of the double-shelled dome are marked in black
The four minarets on the four corners of the Taj Mahal are not perfectly perpendicular
They were built tilting outwards to protect the Taj during natural calamity such as an earthquake. At such occasions the minarets will fall outside and the main building will be saved
The Jaisalmer Fort - A Medieval Architecture
The Jaisalmer Fort reflects the unique architectural style that were adopted by the imperial Rajput rulers of the bygone era
The forts, palaces, and religious shrines are exquisitely ornamented with fine and delicate works
The excellent lattice work on the pillars, walls , and ceilings of the numerous forts, palaces and religious shrines of the city is the delight for the tourists who are thrilled with flawless and fine work of the artisans of the traditional times
The Ranakpur Temple - Masonry Intricacies
In the ancient architecture the artists could determine the carvings' sizes without knowing the dimensions
Ranakpur Temple as Purusa
Mandala geometry/ fractals
Ancient Sun Temple in Architecture
All the walls in the Ranakpuir temple have different designs - no design is similar or repetitive