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Indo-Saracenic architecture in India

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13 April 2023
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New Delhi
Capital 1911-

Calcutta
Capital 1773–1911

Bombay

Madras

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Indian identity

Neoclassical Hindu

Indo-Saracenic
architecture
Neo Gothic Islamic
Indo-Saracenic Architecture is an amalgamation of Indian
traditional architecture and Indo-Islamic Architecture along
with Neo-Gothic and Neo-Classical styles of 19th Century
Britain. ‘Saracen’ means Muslim/Arabic-speaking people –
this term was used in Europe until the 19th Century.
Victoria Memorial, Kolkata

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Gateway of India, Mumbai

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Madras High Court

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BMC Head Office, Mumbai

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Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi

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Indo-Saracenic Architecture

Adaption of Indian and Islamic architecture in the design process to be able to blend with
the Indian culture.
Elements from Indian and Islamic Architecture and amalgamated them with Neo-Gothic
and Neo-Classical styles.
Layout of the building remain same as to British Architecture with addition of Indian and
Islamic architectural features to the building, making it look like a traditional building in
India
Structures following the advanced British structural engineering standards that included
iron, steel, and poured concrete
The utilization of Indian architectural features such as Rajasthani jalis and arched windows
of Islamic architectural features are evident.
Indo-Saracenic Architecture Features

1. Motifs and Elements are from the Hindu, Islamic, and Byzantine Styles.
2. Pointed Arches, Cusped Arches or Scalloped Arches.
3. Towers or Minarets
4. Domed Kiosks
5. Harem Windows
6. Many miniature Domes or Domed Chhatris
7. Onion (Bulbous) Dome
8. Vaulted Roofs
9. Overhanging Eaves
10. Pierced Open Arcading
11. Open Pavilions
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