International Journal of Architectural Heritage
Volume 3, Issue 1 (2020)
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Conserve the Heritage, Conserve the Culture
Abstract: The aim of the paper is to tell about the importance of heritage and culture of particular place. The broad concept which include cultural, traditional as well as the natural environment is called “heritage”. The collective memory of each area related to heritage is different and unique. The historic value, culture, tradition, architectural elements, principle of design in all the areas, cities are disappearing very fast due to neglect and …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Noteworthy Four Ancient Lakes in Gujarat
Abstract: There are many ancient lakes in India. State of most today is poor today. They are filled up over a period by earth/garbage under pretext of “development” by people/authorities. This paper is describing 4 of those in Gujarat. They have been in existence since centuries and have been in often in religious/folk references. Munsar lake at Viramgam is big lake and does get fully filled up during rains while dries …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Reflection of Culture on Architecture
Abstract: Cultural influences have moulded the way spaces have been designed and used for various activities and functions. It is clearly possible to understand various things about a culture through architecture such as lifestyle, artistic sensibilities and social culture These influences are observed not only in areas of ritualistic and religious importance such as temples and mosques, but also the design of residences has seen a direct impact of the cultural …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 17–29 Read article
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Revitalization of Art and Craft at Leh (Ladakh) Jammu and Kashmir
Abstract: A craft is a branch of profession that requires some particular kind of skilled work. In historical sense, particularly as pertinent to the Medieval history and earlier, the term is usually applied towards people occupied in small-scale production of goods. The meaning of craft and its values are ever-changing with development of new techniques and methods. Craft centre is a one-stop craft destination which offers visitors a unique variety of …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 30–44 Read article
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Kautilya’sArthashastra: A Timeless Way of Planning
Abstract: India has a rich legacy of its art, literature, culture and, values and it has manifold influences and one such statesman-philosopher is the intellectual pioneer Kautilya also known as Chanakya and occasionally as Vishnugupta. This article discusses the teachings of Kautilya specifically related to architecture and planning of cities as compiled in his book. The Arthashastra. His ideas are important for the understanding of the Indian strategic system of an …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 5–10 Read article