7 ancient Indian architectures showing influence of 5 religions

Taj Mahal- Mughal style

One of the seven wonders of the world. This heritage site is the costliest constructions of its era. Made up of white marble and 21 different types of stones brought from various parts of world makes this jewel of muslim art in India

Dilwara Temples- Jain style

Like Taj Mahal these temples are also made up of white marble. Intricate carvings of animals, flowers, gods and goddesses and Jain tirthankars along with tirthankar statues made of Panchdhatu (5 metals) and sfatica (crystals) makes these temples a worth visiting site

Ajintha caves - Buddha Style

These 2000-2200 year old cave temple complex depicts the life and afterlife of Buddha. It is famous for its 2000 year old paintings. 3D paintings on rooftops and walls makes it more beautiful.

Musical pillars of vitthala temple of Hampi - Hindu style

It’s a great piece of hindu architecture. Now in the ruins. Hollow pillars of a temple are designed such that each pillar makes different sound and a music hall is designed where artists used to perform using these pillars.

St. Cathedral church

This Church complex in Old Goa is a major tourist attraction. If you are in Goa then these Portuguese styled huge church constructions are worth visiting.

Ellora caves - combination of hindu, Jain and bauddha styles

This 1200 year old Rock- cut architecture having hindu Jain and bauddha temples is a world Heritage site

Central Kailash Temple is world’s largest monolithic structure constructed from top to bottom. Most of the carvings are intact but paintings on rooftops and walls are seriously damaged.

KutubMinr complex

Central unrusted iron pillar shows ancient Indian metallurgical talent. Surrounding walls shows Urdu writing and dancing goddesses, a combination of hindu and muslim architecture.

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