jan 1, 1773 - Rajput Architecture

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1) Built the strongest forts in the world
ex, Mehragarh, Kumbalgarh, Ranthambore, Jaisalmer, Amer & Nahargarh

2) Rajput took Mughal 'Domes' for archi.
Mughals took 'Hanging Balconies' from Rajput

3) Stones used: Pink Sandstone, Buff-coloured stone, White Marable

4) Carved cornices in half-bow shapes

5) Hanging Balconies in various shapes & sizes

6) Jai Singh II constructed Jantar Mantar
@ Jaipur, Varanasi, Delhi, Ujjain, Mathura
& Pink city as per Vastu Shastra

7) Labyrinths were also created

ex, Hawa Mahal
Umaid Bhawan, Jodhpur
Udai Vilas Palace

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