Choose any four structures build by Rulers of Medieval time-period (Indian) and find out the following in details -
1. Paste - pictures related to the monuments.
2. Find out the architectual details.(draw)
3. Materials used
4. Important features-
a who built it
b where and why
c How it was named
5. Any myth related to it

Dear Student,

Such questions are made for enhancing the self creative skills and should be tried
answering on your own. However, here are a few points that will help you in framing
your answer:​


 You may write about Taj Mahal, and may incorporate the following:

a. The  Mughal period which is known for its grandeur, architectural style is well manifested in Taj Mahal , one of the most popular architectural designs in the World.
b. Built by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Mumtaz mahal, Taj Mahal it is one of the finest architectural pieces gingerly crafted to represent a unique blend of Persian, Islamin and Indian styles.

c.   The white marble mausoleum was placed on a terrace by the edge of the river.
d. The main structure is surrounded by gardens, fountains and pools.
e. It is made from pure white marble, which  was brought from  Rajasthan, Punjab, China, Tibet, Afghanistan, Srilanka, & Arabia.
f. 28 different varieties of semi-precious and precious stones were used to adorn the Taj with exquisite internal work.

g. At each of the four comers of the main structure, there is a minaret.The construction of minarets in the corners divided into three equal parts and slightly away from the main complex.

h. Passages from 
Quran have been used as decorative elements throughout the complex.
i. It architectural design involved geometrical designs and planning, we may give example of square shaped garden.
j. Bilateral symmetry in its construction of grids is quite evident.
k. We may also witness a hierarchical elements in its designs., particular the hierarchy of red sandstone and white marble, with the former  bounding the main complex.
l. A lot of emphasis was also given on idea of sound that would echo in the infernal mausoleum for a specific time.
m. Likewise, water was also provided through a complicated system.
n. You may also metion the debate on it ,as many believe that is was a Shiva temple, though it is still shrouded in mystery.

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