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Write a note on Medieval architecture.
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Instructions:
- The time frame and dynasty that built them.
- Divide the answer into regional architecture.
- Also give examples of architectural designs found in all parts of India.
- Also, give examples from Gujarat’s architectural marvels in order to showcase Gujarat’s architectures of relevance.
Solution:
- The mosques, minarets, royal palaces, bridges, and inns are seen in the medieval age. Some of the prominent mosques of the age are Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque, Adhai-Din-ka Jhopara, among others.
- In Bengal architecture of mosques , such as Tantipara mosque, Adina mosque at Pandua region, or even the tomb of Jala-ud-Muhammad Shah are examples of Bengal architecture.
- Jaunpur- The Sultans of Turkey built the Atala mosque. There is an artistic grill around the dome. The walls and ceilings are decorated with several Indian designs, including the lotus.
- Malwa- The Mandu buildings were built under the sultans in this region. Huge impressive domes and carvings on the balcony are attractive features. The Tomb of Hoshang Shah made in Indian style is an example of this architecture.
- Rulers of Kashmir and Bahmani built one of Bijapur,. Buildings at Bidar and Gulbargani and Madrasa of Mahmud Gava are more examples of medieval architecture.
- Temples of Hampi Vithala Swami and Hazar Rama, Gopurams and artistic pillar are well known art form of Vijayanagar empire.
- Architecture of Gujarat is also diverse and includes famous monuments such as the Somnath temple, Jama masjid, Siddhigiri jain temple, and fort of Bhadra, among others.
- The time frame and dynasty that built them.
- Divide the answer into regional architecture.
- Also give examples of architectural designs found in all parts of India.
- Also, give examples from Gujarat’s architectural marvels in order to showcase Gujarat’s architectures of relevance.
- The mosques, minarets, royal palaces, bridges, and inns are seen in the medieval age. Some of the prominent mosques of the age are Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque, Adhai-Din-ka Jhopara, among others.
- In Bengal architecture of mosques , such as Tantipara mosque, Adina mosque at Pandua region, or even the tomb of Jala-ud-Muhammad Shah are examples of Bengal architecture.
- Jaunpur- The Sultans of Turkey built the Atala mosque. There is an artistic grill around the dome. The walls and ceilings are decorated with several Indian designs, including the lotus.
- Malwa- The Mandu buildings were built under the sultans in this region. Huge impressive domes and carvings on the balcony are attractive features. The Tomb of Hoshang Shah made in Indian style is an example of this architecture.
- Rulers of Kashmir and Bahmani built one of Bijapur,. Buildings at Bidar and Gulbargani and Madrasa of Mahmud Gava are more examples of medieval architecture.
- Temples of Hampi Vithala Swami and Hazar Rama, Gopurams and artistic pillar are well known art form of Vijayanagar empire.
- Architecture of Gujarat is also diverse and includes famous monuments such as the Somnath temple, Jama masjid, Siddhigiri jain temple, and fort of Bhadra, among others.
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