The Royal Palaces Of India

Author : George Michell
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780500279649
Total Pages : 236 pages
Book Rating : 4.40/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Royal Palaces of India written by George Michell and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An in-depth survey of Indian palaces. It contains photographs to display the beauty and atmosphere of these buildings, and George Michell evokes life within the palaces and describes their many elements: halls, courtyards, temples, mosques, private apartments and service quarters.

Author : Tarun Chopra
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9788172344481
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.81/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Royal Palaces of India written by Tarun Chopra and published by . This book was released on with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Fatesinhrao Gaekwad (Maharaja of Baroda)
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Palaces of India written by Fatesinhrao Gaekwad (Maharaja of Baroda) and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Amita Baig
Publisher : Vendome Press
ISBN 13 : 9780865652934
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.37/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Mighty Maharajas written by Amita Baig and published by Vendome Press. This book was released on 2012-09-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Indian subcontinent offers a fascinating collection of historic forts and royal palaces waiting to be explored. Over the centuries, as kingdoms rose and fell or expanded into mighty empires, the need for protection against invaders resulted in the building of magnificent forts and fortified citadels across the country. Many of these fortresses sheltered entire cities, as well as royal palaces and pleasure gardens that were known for their splendor and luxury. "Mighty Maharajas: Forts and Palaces of India" brings together a unique architectural legacy from ancient forts mentioned in Hindu epics to strongholds built by succession of rulers, arranged geographically within a historic or aesthetic context. The narrative provides glimpses of history enlivened by stirring tales of valor and sacrifice while lavish color photographs reflect the cultural heritage of each palace and fort, bringing the royal experience to life for the reader. Praise for "Mighty Maharajas" ""Mighty Maharajas: Forts & Palaces of India" by Amita Baig is a beautiful book featuring nearly sixty, very impressive buildings throughout the country. From a design standpoint I am particularly drawn to the bold colors and the acute attention to detail. Take a look!" "Home Design with Kevin Sharkey" ""Mighty Maharajas: Forts & Palaces of India "tours more than 60 historic sites throughout India, including crumbling hillside bastions, royal quarters adorned with dizzying glass mosaics, and opulent colonial-era villas that blend local and European styles." "Elle Decor " "It's fascinating to see how the distinct Indian aesthetic has endured and evolved amid thousands of years of upheaval and outside influences. . . . Architect and photographer Joginder Singh's breathtaking images are there to satisfy those who learn by looking. . . . Singh masterfully captures the play of light and a sense of scale. . . . After coming to the last page, I find myself making all sorts of connections between Indian buildings, textiles, jewelry and fashion." "Style Court" blog "Mighty Maharajas" by Amita Baig, with opulent photographs by Joginder Singh, covers select forts and palaces across the length and breadth of the country, along with their fascinating history. The sumptuous book also offers an interesting glimpse into the lifestyle of the royalty. "An Indian Summer" blog With over 319 color illustrations showcasing ancient forts and palaces, you could lose yourself for hours. Informative narratives offering glimpses of these amazing edifices and their dramatic history as well as photographs illustrating their grandeur and opulence will keep you turning the pages. "Annechovie" blog Blending history, architecture, and photography, ["Mighty"] "Maharajas" takes readers deep into the Indian subcontinent. "Entertainment Weekly" "

Author : Amita Baig
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9788187108474
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Forts and Palaces of India written by Amita Baig and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: India has a rich cultural past and this is reflected in its innumerable forts, palaces and other monuments, which abound not only in architectural splendour but intriguing individual histories. This book takes a splendid tour of these structures through the whole of India, from Kashmir in the north to Kerala in the south. The architectural magnificence and luxury of these royal palaces are highlighted in the full-colour pictures and detailed essays. Over 325 colour photographs revel in the buildings glorious details and special features, while vivid descriptions of each palace transport the reader back in time into a realm of truly royal experience. Encompassing the rich cultural heritage of India, these forts and palaces offer an authentic Indian experience to heritage lovers.

Author : George Michell
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.39/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Royal Palaces of India written by George Michell and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Marcello Morelli
Publisher : White Star Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9788854400467
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.67/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Royal Palaces written by Marcello Morelli and published by White Star Publishers. This book was released on 2008-02-01 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Built to astonish the masses and to celebrate the magnificence of the most powerful families in the world, royal palaces and house are the reminders of a bygone era. This book tells the mysteries and legends of the buildings, and the official and secret versions of the history of their occupants. The text is complemented by a series of splendid photographs that together transport the reader on a visit to a place where the lives of royal families and their courts burned bright, and where beauty was mixed with power.

Author : Bindu Manchanda
Publisher : Roli Books Private Limited
ISBN 13 : 9788174363817
Total Pages : 204 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Forts & Palaces of India written by Bindu Manchanda and published by Roli Books Private Limited. This book was released on 2006 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book explores the romance of India's forts and palaces - their past glory, wars and warriors, and unparalleled architecture. The book brings alive the magic of those monuments with a rare combination of prose and inimitable photographs. Master builders, dynasties, armories, underground stepwells, concrete labyrinths - they all come to life in the pages of this masterful tome.

Author : Sumanta K. Bhowmick
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9789383098910
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.10/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Princely Palaces in New Delhi written by Sumanta K. Bhowmick and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rajas and maharajas from all over the British Indian Empire congregated in Delhi to attend the great Delhi Durbar of 1911. A new capital city was born New Delhi. Soon after, the princely states came up with elaborate palaces in the new Imperial capital Hyderabad House, Baroda House, Jaipur House, Bikaner House, Patiala House, to name a few. Why did the British government allot prime land to the princely states and how? How did the construction come up and under whose architectural design? Who occupied these palaces and what were the events held? What happened to these palatial buildings after the integration of the states with the Indian Republic? This book delineates the story behind the story, documenting history through archival research, interviews with royalty and unpublished photographs from royal private collections. Contents: Foreword; The Journey; Living with History; Hyderabad House-Guests of Honour; Baroda House - Butterfly on the Track; Bikaner House -Rajasthan Royals; Jaipur House -An Acre of Art; Patiala House -Chambers of Justice; Travancore House -Hathiwali Kothi; Darbhanga House - The 'Twain Shall Meet; The Other Palaces - Scattered Petals; Planning the Palaces -Thy Will be Done; List of Princely Palaces.

Author : Ghosh
Publisher : Penguin Books India
ISBN 13 : 9780670082209
Total Pages : 604 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Glass Palace written by Ghosh and published by Penguin Books India. This book was released on 2008 with total page 604 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Glass Palace Begins With The Shattering Of The Kingdom Of Burma, And Tells The Story Of A People, A Fortune, And A Family And Its Fate. It Traces The Life Of Rajkumar, A Poor Indian Boy, Who Is Lifted On The Tides Of Political And Social Turmoil To Build An Empire In The Burmese Teak Forest. When British Soldiers Force The Royal Family Out Of The Glass Palace, During The Invasion Of 1885, He Falls In Love With Dolly, An Attendant At The Palace. Years Later, Unable To Forget Her, Rajkumar Goes In Search Of His Love. Through This Brilliant And Impassioned Story Of Love And War, Amitav Ghosh Presents A Ruthless Appraisal Of The Horrors Of Colonialism And Capitalist Exploitation. Click Here To Visit The Amitav Ghosh Website