Mughal

Ornate Indo-Islamic style.

Overview

Mughal architecture (16th–18th centuries), using marble and sandstone, blends Persian and Indian elements in India.

Core Characteristics

• Symmetrical layouts, domes.
• Ornate tilework, arches.
• Garden integration.

Notable Examples

• Taj Mahal (India, 1653).
• Red Fort (India, 1648).

Architectural Connections

• Historical: Medieval focus.
• Palatial: Monuments.
• Indo-Islamic Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Defines Indo-Islamic architectural grandeur.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stone Masonry (technique), Ornamentation (theory), Dome (element), Islamic Architecture (movement)

Directory

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