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The earliest existing examples of Indian architecture are stone Buddhist and Jain structures, some of them cut from rock caves. Temples before ... This ensemble may derive from the ancient custom of fenced sacred trees that probably were worshipped as the axis mundi (world axis) or as the abode of a deity. read more

Architecture was one of the strongest aspects of ancient Indian culture and most of the time we tend to equate Indian architecture with only temple architecture. So,for a change, I would pitch in for an Engineering marvel of Indian architecture here, before moving back to temples. read more

In ancient India, temple architecture of high standard developed in almost all regions. The distinct architectural style of temple construction in different parts was a result of geographical, climatic, ethnic, racial, historical and linguistic diversities. read more

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