WAIMEA — In India thousands of years ago, temples and houses were often constructed using specific building codes written in texts called Vaastu Shastras. Comprised of strict rules governing ...

One of the most awe-inspiring examples of human craftsmanship and spiritual intention stands quietly in Ellora, Maharashtra—the Kailasa Temple, carved around 776 CE under the patronage of the ...

Since ancient times, the Sun, or Surya, has been worshipped as the source of life, energy, and light. Ancient Indian ...

This is probably one of the most recognised architectural structures in the country. The famous Kailasa Temple is carved entirely out of a single basalt rock. It is one of the most visited and ...

Raj Jadhav is a registered architect, educator and award-winning researcher in Mumbai, India. He has written numerous essays, design features and papers for Indian and international publications. In ...

South India is home to breathtaking temples, heritage sites and iconic landmarks that showcase centuries of craftsmanship.