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The book is all about Delhi and the Red Fort as he title suggests. Perhaps no other city in the world can boast its legacy as old as of Mahabharat times. From Rajputs. Delhi passed in the hands of rulers and invaders from Afghanistan and Transoxania region. In Mughal's Hindustan, from the times of Shahjahan, Delhi has become the power seat and the Red Fort as never center serving the Mughal Emperors in their governance of the country. The grandeur of Court of ...
The present state of Kerala was formed in 1956 incorporating the territories of erstwhile states of Travancore, Cochin and parts of British Malabar. Some territories of south Kanara or Tulunadu are today part of north Kerala and some territories of Travancore state in far south are today parts of Tamil Nadu state. There were numerous forts and fortifications along the land stretch of Kerala. The World'kotta' found associated as prefix or suffix to place names ...
This book on the fortresses and forts of Goa in English is unparalleled to date. It was the need of the hour not just for tourists from across the globe but also for scholars and inquisitive general readers.
It is the successful culmination of continuous research and study of Portuguese documents for authenticity by the author for over thirty five long years.
The book has turned out to be an admirable and authoritative reference work for present and successive ...
The Portuguese presence on the Arabian Sea coast of the Deccan dates from the beginning of the 16th century, with the establisment of Goa as the capital of a rapidly expanding maritime rnterprise that eventually encompassed much of Asia. In and around Goa, and further up the coast of what is now Maharashtra.
This guidebook is the first to showcase the vestiges of the Portugese sea forts of the Deccan, drawing attention to their surviving battlemented ramparts and ...
India has a bouquet of mighty, majestic and mysterious forts. Many of them witness some of the fiercest battles in history and bear testimony to the rise and fall of various dynasties that ruled India over the centuries.
'Incredible Forts of India' is an attempt to glorify and respect the unique architectural, cultural and the rich historical heritage of these monuments of the bygone era. This book would amaze the readers as it brings forth the amazing technology ...
This book tries to demonstrate the history, art and architecture of forts and palaces of Rajasthan. Providing the geo-physical set-up of Rajputana, it describes in detail the art and architecture of the forts and palaces of Rajasthan which represent the Mughal-Rajput architecture, taking into account the prominent features like domes, arches, minarets, perforated balconies, latticed windows, carved cupola roofs, meticulously chiseled stone and marble pillars.
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Forts and Fortifications in Medieval Bengal is a new addition to the Medieval Architectural History of Bengal. The author is Professor Ayesha Begum, an enthusiast in the research of Medieval Archaeology and Art History. For her it is no doubt an unusual venture in the social environment in which she was born and bought up. She visited almost all the forts and their remnants in the country and made personal investigations and took photographs.
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Four Forts of the Deccan which presents four significant fortifications of South India, namely Daulatabad, Mudugal, Gandikota and Gutti, each of which furnishes evidence of the excellence of the military architecture developed in the Kingdoms of the Deccan between the 13th and the 18th centuries. The main purpose of this study is to analyse the building techniques in order to establish the typology of the works and to bring into focus a reliable method to ...
This book is a homage to the tremendous architectural heritage of India. The building of forts and palaces has always been regarded as a symbol of dynastic pride. These grand structures witnessed the rise and fall of many a great kingdom in medieval India.There are hundreds of forts in different parts of the country. A vast number of these forts survive in sheer ruins, rendering it extremely difficult to identify the structures within. Some of these magnificent ...
Himachal Pradesh is a small hill state nestling in the lap of the Western Himalaya . Geographically it is a mountainous State with high ranges, snow clad peaks, unfathomable valleys, powerful rivers and gurgling streams. The topography is difficult and defies easy access. Yet, there have been adventurers who came to the Himalayan terrain, conquered the local chiefs and established kingdoms. When there is kingdom, there is bound to be fortification to secure the ...
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 splendour and ...
The presently study seeks to examine the historical importance of coastal forts and fortresses in the immediate hinterland with respect to their geographical locations in the past as well as the present in a stretch of North Konkan lying between Dahanu and the Kundalika estuary. The area became dynamic from the maritime point of view with the advent of colonial traders seeking footholds in search of seaborne trade. The objective of this study is to understand the ...
Unfortunately, there is dearth of authentic source material dealing with forts and fortifications reflecting the military architecture of India. Inspite of its abundant wealth, save few reports here and there in the Memoirs of Archaeological Survey of India and District Gazzetteers and few publications on the subject (viz) Forts of India by Verma, Amrit (1985); Forts of India by Fass, Virginia (1986) and Defence Architecture of Early Karnataka by S.K. Joshi ...
The book, under prologue, gives a very concise history of the category of fort, although it is a subject worth tackling in a much wider context and over full volumes. The individual articles then examine the major historical and regional traditions of fort architecture, spanning over some five thousand years and encompassing almost all parts of Pakistan. The forts, of fortresses, having their place in the following treatise are found today in their physical form, ...
The forts of India are our priceless heritage. Unfortunately, a very large number of them are in ruins and many more are fast disappearing from the face of the earth. These forts must, therefore, be preserved, both physically and in print. While the first task can only be undertaken by the Government and other large organisations, the second is primarily the responsibility of the historian. The forts situated along the coast of India deserve a special mention. ...
One legacy of India's rich and varied history is that of the numerous forts and palaces which dot the length and breadth of the country. In popular imagination forts and palaces are redolent of mystique, romance, pleasure and intrigue; but above all--melding beauty and grace with strength and substance--these proud sentinels are living reminders of India's breathtakingly rich civilization and culture. Spanning the four corners of India, the forts and palaces ...
The book deals exhaustively with Military Architecture of Rajasthan in the shape of forts and their fortifications. Modern researches have brought to light the fact that the art of fortification had reached a high state of development even at the dawn of history. With the rise of the Aryans the development received a fresh impetus and in the process of extending and consolidating their gains. The Aryans built fortifications in different parts of the country. ...
Forts and fortifications are primarily of military expediency. Right from the protohistoric Harappan times to the modern times, these have been constructed. Yet it is only during the medieval period of India's history we see a proliferation of forts; a need of the times when conflict for supremacy was rampant. The design and architecture of forts and fortifications are governed by the topography of the region. besides the strategic importance like, commanding the ...
This is the first historical work of its kind on "The Forts and Fortresses of Gwalior and its Hinterland". It provides an animated historical account of Gwalior, from ancient times to the advent of Scindias. The study discovers this locale in a novel context of its two central reference points, viz, as a Tirtha (pilgrimage) and a strategic strong point. Aptly linking the main fort of Gwalior with the smaller fortresses in its hinterland, it unfolds an ...
An excellent introduction to the history and architecture of 13 prominent forts and strongholds. Chittorgarh, Taragarh (Ajmer), Ranthambor, Kumbhalgarh, Achalgarh (Mount Abu), Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Mandore and Jodhpur, Bhainsrorgarh, Amber, Jaipur, Mandalgarh, Bharatpur, Deeg and Udaipur. It is profusely illustrated.
Before the growth of civilization early settlers tried to fortify their surroundings to secure themselves from the attacks of other clans. Later, the concept of forts and castles developed which provided the facility of storage of water, foodstuffs and arms etc. to suffice the needs of the inmates for sufficient time, especially during emergent situations. At the time of external attacks these served as formidable structures. The power of the monarchs of the ...