One of the most outstanding achievements of Indian civilization is undoubtedly the architecture.But it is not only the greatest monuments such as the famous complex of the Taj Mahal, Khajuraho and Vijayanagar.India's diverse architecture.As it has evolved over the centuries, reflected the social, economic, geographical conditions specific to the country.
During the reign of Ashoka the Great (273 BC - 232 BC) was carried out large-scale construction of Buddhist monasteries and stupas.
Buddhist architecture in India prevailed for several centuries, and some samples of the magnificent buildings survived to modern times - Great Stupa of Sanchi village, built by Emperor Ashoka, who is considered the first step into the history and temple-cave complex of Ajanta.
By the eighth century, with the union of the Hindu kingdoms, became the dominant architectural style of the southern school.The most famous achievements of the Pallava dynasty, whose government has been focused on the northern territory of modern Tamil Nadu (4-9 cc.) Are the temple-cave complex of temples of Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram.
rulers of the Chola, Hoyasala, Vijayanagar and tried to leave a mark in the Indian architecture.
Architecture Hoyasala (between ages 11 and 14) - the architectural style has reached a particular heyday in the 13th century.Active construction of temples in the state Hoyasala was due to the social, cultural, political events of that period.Stylistic features of temple architecture reflects the elements of popular religious traditions Veera Shaiva and Vaishnava, as well as military prowess Hoyasaly rulers, trying to surpass the Western Chalukya rulers as manifested primarily in artistic achievements.
Located in Karnataka, Chennakeshava (Belur), Hoysaleshvara (Halebid), Keshava (Somnathpur) are remarkable examples of religious architecture, thanks to which there is an excellent opportunity to study the medieval architectural tradition.In Karnataka it remained about 100 churches, mainly in the region Malenadu, where there was a state Hoyasala.
With integrated architecture and sculpture of India.Thus, the master Hoyasaly famous images of Hindu deities, scenes from the epics and everyday life.Their unique art shows meticulous attention to detail, every aspect is perfect, right down to the tips of the fingers and nails sculptures.
most stellar achievement States Vijayanagar - Meenakshi temple (Madurai, Tamil Nadu).
in what is now Kerala has formed a special style of architecture, which combined Buddhist and Hindu traditions.A stunning example of this - Ellora (Kerala), where Hindus have added a new collection of the temples and sculptures in the Buddhist caves.One of the most magnificent creations of Ellora - Kailasa temple - a magnificent rock temple with wonderful reliefs.
same time in northern India has developed a distinctive style of architecture known as the Indian Nagara style.In terms of the temples were built with towering rectangular part in the center.
in central India Chandela rulers built an amazing complex of temples of Khajuraho.
During the reign of Mughal architecture in India was represented by the so-called Islamic-Indian style, more known as the imperial style (he was not strictly Islamic, or strictly an Indian).
colonization of India has developed a style called the Indo-Moorish architecture combines Hindu, Islamic and European elements.The Indo-Moorish style built in India, public buildings - post offices, railway stations, government offices, rest homes.
