Introduction to Indian Architecture. Bindia Thapar

Книги о Путешествиях. Periplus Asian Architecture Series

Название
Introduction to Indian Architecture
Автор:
Bindia Thapar
Серия:
Periplus Asian Architecture Series
Жанр:
Книги о Путешествиях
Год выпуска:
0
isbn:
9781462906420
Аннотация:
Take a journey through Indian architecture from the dawn of civilization to the present with this colorful, attractive survey.The architecture of India reflects both the cultural diversity of the subcontinent and its rich political and historical inheritance. In this guide, the various strands of this rich architectural history, from the dawn of civilization to modern times, are beautifully presented in word and picture. Readers are taken on a fascinating tour of Indus Valley civilization, early Vedic traditions, Hindu, Jain, Mughal, regional, colonial and post-independence architectural styles. Themes such as water architecture and the architecture of science also figure prominently, giving many westerners their first glimpse of these styles.The informative text, complemented by 400 photographs, watercolors, maps and plans, provide compelling evidence of India's influence on building design throughout history.