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13 Indian Architecture Unit 3: India My Country

India’s rich history of foreign invasions and diverse rulers has left behind a stunning
blend of architectural wonders across the country. Can you name these?
1.
India’s oldest stone structure, built by Emperor Ashoka

in the 3rd century BC over Buddha’s relics.

2.

Sun Temple, Odisha – Built in the 13th century by King
Narasimhadeva I, this chariot-shaped temple features
carved stone wheels and pillars.

3.

The oldest fort in Delhi, rebuilt by Sher Shah Suri, stands
on the legendary site of Indraprastha.

4.

Built in 1726 by Jai Singh II on the
Aravalli hills to protect Amber Fort.

5.

A 17th-century fort built by Sawai Madho Singh, now
surrounded by a new village due to legends of it being
haunted.

(a) Old Fort, (b) Konark Sun Temple, (c) Sanchi Stupa,
(d) Bhangarh Fort, (e) Jaigarh Fort

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