Heritage
Art & Culture of India
Explore the magnificent temples, graceful dances, soulful music, and vibrant paintings that define the soul of Bharat.
Indus Valley Civilization
North-West IndiaKey Features
- Urban Planning
- Grid System
- Great Bath
- Drainage System
Famous Examples
Harappa, Mohenjo-daro, Dholavira, Lothal
Buddhist Architecture
Ancient IndiaKey Features
- Stupas (Relic Mounds)
- Toranas (Gateways)
- Chaityas
- Viharas
Famous Examples
Sanchi Stupa, Amravati Stupa, Bharhut
Nagara Style
North IndiaKey Features
- Curvilinear Shikharas
- Amalaka & Kalasha
- No Boundary Walls
Famous Examples
Kandariya Mahadeva (Khajuraho), Sun Temple (Konark)
Dravida Style
South IndiaKey Features
- Pyramidal Vimana
- High Gopurams
- Large Temple Tanks
Famous Examples
Brihadisvara (Thanjavur), Meenakshi Temple (Madurai)
Pallava Architecture
Tamil NaduKey Features
- Rock-cut Rathas
- Shore Temples
- Open Air Bas-Reliefs
- Mandapas
Famous Examples
Mahabalipuram (Pancha Rathas, Shore Temple)
Vesara Style
Deccan / KarnatakaKey Features
- Hybrid of Nagara & Dravida
- Stellate Plan
- Intricate Carvings
Famous Examples
Chennakeshava (Belur), Hoysaleswara (Halebidu)
Vijayanagara Style
Hampi (Karnataka)Key Features
- Musical Pillars
- Kalyana Mandapas
- Rayagopurams
- Monolithic Statues
Famous Examples
Virupaksha Temple, Vittala Temple (Stone Chariot)
Cave Architecture
Western IndiaKey Features
- Rock-cut Monoliths
- Chaityas (Prayer Halls)
- Viharas (Monasteries)
Famous Examples
Ajanta & Ellora Caves, Elephanta Caves
Indo-Islamic
Across IndiaKey Features
- Dome & Arch
- Minarets
- Jali Work (Lattice)
- Charbagh Gardens
Famous Examples
Taj Mahal, Qutub Minar, Red Fort, Fatehpur Sikri