Author: Sita Ram GoelPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
An analysis of Ram Gopal Misra's Indian resistance to early Muslim invaders, up to 1206 A.D.
Heroic Hindu Resistance to Muslim Invaders, 636 AD to 1206 AD
Author: Sita Ram GoelPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
An analysis of Ram Gopal Misra's Indian resistance to early Muslim invaders, up to 1206 A.D.
Monuments of India and the Indianized States
Author: Fredrick W. BuncePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 552
Book Description
This Volume Presents The Detailed Diagrams Of Plans Of Over 380 Of Temples, Tombs, Palaces And Pavilions Found In The Indian Subcontinent And The Indianised States Of Java, The Khmer, Pagan, Thailand, Vietnam And Malaysia. The Book Also Containing Brief Notes Of Each Plan Will Be Useful For Scholars And Students Of Buddhist, Hindu And Islamic Architecture With Particular Reference To South Asian And South-East Asian Regions.
The Caves Temples of India
Author: James FergussonThe Cave Temples of India
Author: James FergussonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cave temples
Languages : en
Pages : 778
Book Description
Great Monuments of India
Author: DK EyewitnessPublisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0756665612
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
With a recorded history that goes back 5,000 years, India's architectural heritage includes an impressive array of monuments, ranging from centuries-old temples, tombs and forts to exquisite palaces and public halls. Explore eleven of these architectural gems through over 600 extraordinary photographs and detailed information on their history, cultural significance and key architectural features. You'll discover a wide range of monuments, spanning both the centuries and country - from the ancient caves of Ajanta to the Mughal Taj Mahal in Agra. Includes bird's-eye-view illustrations of their layouts with key sights numbered and visitor paths marked. Plus find maps pinpointing geographical positions within India and practical tips on how to best explore each monument.
Sun Temple of Konark
Author: Discover IndiaPublisher:
ISBN: 9781976725340
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
Sun Temple of KonarkIt is a 13th century Hindu temple built in coastal Orissa, at Konark. It was built by king Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty, and is dedicated to the sun god Surya. The entire temple complex consists of intricate details, all carved out in stone. Although the main Shikhara (large tower) has fallen down, much of the chariot shaped temple still survives in its original form and is amongst the largest Hindu temples ever built. The architectural grandeur of the monument coupled with its intricate detailing still mesmerises people, even those who aren't easily impressed.It was inscribed into the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1984, and has since been maintained by some efforts from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Along with being a major tourist destination in the Indian State of Odisha, it continues to remain an important pilgrimage site for Hindus, who celebrate the Chandrabhaga Mela over here every year.About the seriesOut of the 1073 UNESCO World Heritage Sites (as of November 2017), Italy has the maximum number with 53. India comes at a respectable 6th position with an incredible 36 sites spread through the country.This series takes an attempt to capture each of these 36 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in pictures and words, telling all that you'd need to know about the site: before, during as well as after visiting the place. This is your perfect guide to know about the concerned site, as well as enjoy a preview/souvenir with beautiful photographs of the sites. So, enjoy the book and take it with you as you journey through the country, exploring the vast array of UNESCO World Heritage Sites that India has to offer.List of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India* Kaziranga National Park | Assam* Manas Wildlife Sanctuary | Assam* Mahabodhi Temple Complex | Bodh Gaya* Humayun's Tomb Complex | Delhi* Qutb Complex | Delhi* Red Fort | Delhi* Churches and Convents of Goa | Goa* Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park | Gujarat* Hampi Group of Monuments | Karnataka* Pattadakal Group of Monuments | Karnataka* Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi | Madhya Pradesh* Bhimbetka Rock Shelters | Madhya Pradesh* Khajuraho Group of Monuments | Madhya Pradesh* Ajanta Caves | Maharashtra* Ellora Caves | Maharashtra* Elephanta Caves | Mumbai* Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus | Mumbai* Sun Temple of Konark | Odisha* Keoladeo National Park | Rajasthan* Jantar Mantar | Jaipur* Great Living Chola Temples | Tamil Nadu* Mahabalipuram Group of Monuments | Tamil Nadu* Agra Fort | Agra* Taj Mahal | Agra* Fatehpur Sikri | Uttar Pradesh* Mountain Railways of India* Nada Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks | Uttarakhand* Sundarbans National Park | West Bengal* Western Ghats of India* Hill Forts of Rajasthan* Rani ki Vav | Gujarat* Great Himalayan National Park | Himachal Pradesh* Nalanda | Bihar* Khangchendzonga National Park | Sikkim* The Architectural Works of Le Corbusier | Chandigarh* Historic City of Ahmadabad | Gujarat
Monuments of India
Author: Shobhna GuptaPublisher: Har-Anand Publications
ISBN: 9788124109267
Category : India
Languages : ru
Pages : 128
Book Description
This Book Provides An Insight Into The Rich Architectural Heritage Of India. The Book Provides Excellent Reference Material With Easy Text And Captivating Illustrations For The Young And The Old Alike.
Taj Mahal, the True Story
Author: Purushottam Nagesh OakPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Hindostan, Its Landscapes, Palaces, Temples, Tombs
Author: The Myth of Saint Thomas and the Mylapore Shiva Temple
Author: Ishwar SharanPublisher: Voice of India
ISBN: 9385485202
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
• Comprehensive study of the St. Thomas in India myth with reference to Christian iconoclasm in South India from the 7th century till today. • Reviews and related material for this book can be accessed on the Acta Indica website at https://ishwarsharan.com/. • The copyright © of this book belongs to Voice of India, 2/18 Ansari Road, New Delhi 110002. The Creative Commons licence for this book is Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs (CC BY-NC-ND).