Explanation:
Gol Gumbaz, the mausoleum of Muhammad Adil Shah, was built by him in Bijapur and is known for its massive dome, the second largest in the world.
The architectural landmark 'Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad' (IIM-A) features vast geometric voids in its brick facades. What was their architectural purpose?
A.To provide natural ventilation and shade against the hot Gujarat climate
B.To reduce the weight of concrete foundations
C.To act as structural spaces for expanding future rooms
Explanation:
Louis Kahn designed giant circular and square brick window cutouts to act as natural wind tunnels and cooling shade elements suitable for Ahmedabad weather.
The historic Mattancherry Palace in Kochi, Kerala, which features exquisite murals depicting ancient Hindu epics, is also commonly known by what alternative name?
Explanation:
Mattancherry Palace is known as the Dutch Palace. It was originally built by the Portuguese in 1555 and presented to Raja Veera Kerala Verma, but was later renovated extensively by the Dutch.
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