Forts and Palaces of India
Forts and Palaces of India

Author: Amita Baig

Publisher:

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 9788187108474

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India has a rich cultural past and this is reflected in its innumerable forts, palaces and other monuments, which abound not only in architectural splendour but intriguing individual histories. This book takes a splendid tour of these structures through the whole of India, from Kashmir in the north to Kerala in the south. The architectural magnificence and luxury of these royal palaces are highlighted in the full-colour pictures and detailed essays. Over 325 colour photographs revel in the buildings glorious details and special features, while vivid descriptions of each palace transport the reader back in time into a realm of truly royal experience. Encompassing the rich cultural heritage of India, these forts and palaces offer an authentic Indian experience to heritage lovers.

Palaces of Rajasthan
Palaces of Rajasthan

Author: Antonio Martinelli

Publisher:

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13:

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The splendour of Rajasthan's richly appointed palaces, majestic forts andraditional mansions is revealed in this lavishly illustrated book. Georgeichell explores the fascinating royal architecture of this desert state ofndia from the 15th to the 20th century, focusing on the major capitals ofajput power - Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur and Bikaner - as well as otherentres such as Bundi, Kota, Jaisalmer, Alwar and Shekhawati. Also featuredre the Jat states of Bharatpur and Dholpur. Antonio Martinelli's stunninghotographs survey architectural developments in Rajasthan over a period ofore than five hundred years, providing a detailed visual record ofagnificent facades and opulent interiors. His photographs evoke the grandeurf Rajput courtly life at its height, be it imposing darbar halls whereaharajas held formal audience, or mirrored apartments where they enjoyedore private entertainments. Though the royal complexes are today shadows ofheir former glory, the memory of this greatest age in Rajasthan's historynd its extraordinary palace architecture endures to the present day.

India Sublime
India Sublime

Author: Mitchell Crites

Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13:

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Vivid colors, delicate stonework, and opulent décor are the trademarks of the palaces, forts, and mansions of India's maharajas. With their vast marble halls, jewel-box mirrored rooms, mosaics, and tapestries, these palaces present a veritable visual feast. In styles ranging from Art Deco to modern, from Indian folk style to English Colonial, the palaces of Rajasthan, dating from as early as AD 760 to as recently as the middle of the last century, are astonishingly innovative and modern. Many of the most luxurious of them have been converted to hotels. Lavishly illustrated with more than 250 photographs, this book offers twenty-one of the most sumptuous palace hotels, displaying their interior decoration in detail, as well as their pleasure pavilions, gardens and pools.--From publisher description.

Forts & Palaces of India
Forts & Palaces of India

Author: Bindu Manchanda

Publisher: Roli Books Private Limited

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 204

ISBN-13: 9788174363817

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The book explores the romance of India's forts and palaces - their past glory, wars and warriors, and unparalleled architecture. The book brings alive the magic of those monuments with a rare combination of prose and inimitable photographs. Master builders, dynasties, armories, underground stepwells, concrete labyrinths - they all come to life in the pages of this masterful tome.

Rajasthan Current Affairs Summary: July-August 2020
Rajasthan Current Affairs Summary: July-August 2020

Author: RajRAS

Publisher: RajRAS

Published: 2020-09-01

Total Pages: 77

ISBN-13:

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This ebook summarises Rajasthan Current Affairs for months of July 2020 & August 2020 in following Chapters: PERSON in NEWS Places in NEWS Environment Social Development Economy Governance New Schemes Sports S&T Miscellaneous

India Chic: Hotels Palaces Beaches Spas Retreats Havelis Temples
India Chic: Hotels Palaces Beaches Spas Retreats Havelis Temples

Author: Inderjit Badhwar

Publisher: Kuperard

Published: 2005-12-22

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13: 9781857334104

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India Chic reveals all the wonders of this subcontinent, from the awe-inspiring architecture of Rajasthan to the changing landscapes of the Himalayan region, the grand colonial edifices of Kolkata and Delhi, and the legacy of ancient palaces, forts and religious monuments left by the country`s many rulers. Discover the glorious history and diversity of its people in one splendidly illustrated volume.