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Modern Architecture in India There
aren't many choices one has got as far as modern monuments in India are
concerned. Still some of them will really astound you with their sheer
beauty and architectural excellence. Maybe they are missing out the
sophistication of the British or intricacy used in the Mughal and
ancient times, but they are still worth checking out for their novelty
that was somewhat missing in the previous eras. The best modern monuments in India include the lotus shaped Baha'i temple in Delhi, the intricately created marble stature of Chattarpur Mandir in Delhi, the tallest Masonry dam in the world - Nagarjuna Sagar Dam in Andhra Pradesh and Gondal Palaces in Gujarat. Monuments of Modern Indian ArchitectureLotus
Temple/Baha'I Temple, Delhi
This distinctive lotus shaped marvel in marble is surrounded by a landscaped garden and is a symbol of peace. Visit to this religious temple complex will certainly take you breath away. Chattarpur Mandir, Delhi Chattarpur Mandir is quickly gaining the popularity of tourist charts, reason being it's enormous and magnificent temples. This temple complex house the temples dedicated to almost every Hindu deity worshipped in India. ISCKON Temple, Delhi The modernised version of worship centres, this temple complex of ISCKON has 'Shikharas' at a height of 90-feet above the ground level. The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and was built by the Hare-Rama Hare-Krishna cult followers. Lakshmi Narayan Temple/Birla temple, Delhi Popularly known as Birla Mandir, it is a large Hindu temple built in 1938. People of all faiths can enter and worship but one must walk barefoot into the courtyard and further on. Padam Palace, H.P Rampu's Padam Palace is situated is located near the banks of Sutlej River and is an outstanding example of the taste, style and architecture of the erstwhile hill states. Gondal Palaces, Gujarat If you are interested in knowing what the architectural glory of the Gujarati royals looked like then pay a visit to the marvelously built palaces of Gondal. Kusum Vilas Palace, Gujarat Take a glimpse at the French architecture and grandeur of Kusum Vilas Palace with original French furniture of the Louis XIV style, chandeliers, grand dining and drawing rooms and old billiards room. Vijay Vilas Palace, Gujarat Once the country retreat, of the Gohil Rajputs, the Vijay Vilas palace offers a splendid view of the Shatrunjaya Hill and the historic Palitana temples, which are situated in close proximity. Balaram Palace Resort, Gujarat A favourite weekend retreat and hunting resort of the Lohani royals who ruled from Jalore, the Balaram palace is a gracious work of neo-classical architecture, with 13 acres of private woodlands and formally landscaped gardens with Mexican lawns.
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