By Sreejita Talukdar, Content Writer, Homes

Architectural Marvels of India: New Testament of Modern Design

From early stages of Harappan Civilization to Taj Mahal to modern contemporary architectural monument and buildings, India has come a long way. The evolving history of India's economic scenario, the construction industry is emerging as a driving force for growth, innovation and change. This dynamic sector plays a key role in shaping the country's future, contributing significantly to economic prosperity. At the heart of this economic symphony is the construction industry, a triggering force that transcends traditional boundaries. By exploring the multifaceted dimensions of this vital sector, we unravel the threads that weave together India's economic landscape. If we look at the path of evolution of construction and infrastructure of India, it gives us great pleasure to witness the diverse progress of this sector. As engineering science has entered this segment, it executed each of the designs with versatility, uniqueness and stability and bolstered up India’s infrastructure and economic development.

Leveraging technology, sustainable practices, and craftsmanship with the essence of modernity, creativity and innovation, Indian Architecture will bear the flag of its pride till the eternity.

Chand Baori: This is a stepped well, which was built by King Chanda of the Nikumbha Dynasty, located in Abhaneri village of Rajasthan.

This is the largest step well in the world, and mostly it is used to conserve water and helps to drive away the intense heat of the sun.

It is 64 feet deep, it is India's largest and deepest stepwells with 13 floors and was built in the 9th century for water harvesting.

Nearly, 3,500 escheresque terraced steps march down the other three sides 13 stories to a depth of 100 feet. The steps form a magical maze and the consequent play of light and shadow on the structure gives it a captivating look.

At the bottom of the well, the air remains 5-6 °C cooler than at the surface, and Chand Baori was used as a community gathering place for locals during periods of intense heat.

Very few masterpieces of Bollywood films like Bhoomi, The Fall, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, and Paheli have been shot here.

The structure of the stairs creates optic illusion that is the reason a person can ever be able to step on the same stairs twice.

Today, this monument is well preserved by Government of India and costs Rs.25 to enter.

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