International Journal of Architectural Heritage
Volume 6, Issue 2 (2023)
Published
Table of contents
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“The Enduring Legacy of the Ten Sikh Gurus: A Review of Their Impact on Sikhism"
Abstract: The paper begins by examining the core principles of Sikhism, including the major philosophies such as Seva, social justice, and the importance of selfless service. The ten Sikh Gurus are then discussed, highlighting their major contributions to Sikhism and their enduring legacies. The paper describes the key teachings and philosophies of each Guru and how they shaped the development of Sikhism over time. Also the work done by researchers in …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Relooking into the Heritage of Hoysala Temple Architecture using documentation as a tool - A Case of Lakshmi Narayana Temple, Hosaholalu
Abstract: Documentation of heritage buildings through drawings is one of the traditional ways to preserve the tangible heritage of that monument. But detailed drawings are quite cumbersome and require a huge amount of time and effort. Traditional methods of documentation like photogrammetry, Tacheometry etc. may not end up giving accurate data. Recently, advanced technologies like laser scanning proved to be a quite effective tool in the fields of documentation. Laser scanning …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 17–24 Read article
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Sacred Spaces in Architecture
Abstract: It is essential to create a space that nurtures calm and a spiritual experience while also taking care of function, whether the space is a church, temple, chapel, mosque, or synagogue, structures that have been constructed specifically for religious activities for centuries, or it can be anything else. Anywhere, much like the early Hindu era, where sages were worshipped and so there was no need for a temple to find …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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Forts: Royal Fables of Rajasthan
Abstract: The "Forts of India" convey the tale of our country's great past and are responsible for making it popular among tourists as they stand as evidence of a beautiful past and excellent craftsmanship. Some of the finest specimens of Indian art, architecture, and culture may be seen in Rajasthan, also referred to as the "Land of Kings." The Hill Forts of Rajasthan are a collection of six enormous and stunning …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 35–45 Read article
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Scientific reasoning and mythological description seen in architecture behind the Nagara-Style Temples
Abstract: Temples have spiritual values but authors believe that there has to be some scientific explanation that builds its relationship with mythological roots. Temples have architectural and spiritual significance but the initial importance of the construction of each element of this significant structure remains unsung. This research aims to understand the relationship between scientific clarification and mythological description of Nagara- style temples present in the Himalayan region of Uttarakhand. To fulfill …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 6–16 Read article