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The Temple of Ghateshwar at Baroli: A Medieval Architectural Gem

The Temple of Ghateshwar at Baroli stands within a remarkable group of medieval shrines near Rawatbhata in Rajasthan. Dedicated to Shiva, the temple is admired…

Managing a Sustainable Visit to Amber Fort

Amber Fort is one of Rajasthan’s most visited heritage landmarks, combining palace courtyards, defensive walls, gateways, temples, gardens, and panoramic…

The rock art of the Hadauti region: a preliminary study

Hadauti, in southeastern Rajasthan, is a landscape of river valleys, sandstone formations, wooded plateaus, and sheltered ravines. The region, broadly…

Recording Jaisalmer’s Vanishing Haveli Heritage

Jaisalmer’s sandstone havelis are among Rajasthan’s most distinctive historic buildings. Their carved façades, shaded courtyards, projecting balconies, painted…

Conserving the cenotaphs of the royal family in Bikaner

On the edge of Bikaner, the cenotaphs at Devi Kund Sagar preserve the memory of the former ruling house through carved stone, elegant domes, and carefully…

Reading the inscriptions of Adhai Din Ka Jhopra

Adhai Din Ka Jhopra stands among Ajmer’s most important medieval monuments, combining elaborate stone construction, reused architectural elements, and a rich…

Excavations at Naliasar and the Kushan Presence in Rajasthan

Excavations at Naliasar have provided important evidence for understanding how Rajasthan participated in wider cultural and commercial networks during the…

The Stepwells of Bundi: A Survey of Architectural Variations

Bundi’s stepwells, locally known as baoris or baolis, are among Rajasthan’s most revealing water monuments. Cut into the town’s sloping terrain and built…

Documenting the Wall Paintings of Sheesh Mahal

The Sheesh Mahal in Amber Palace is widely associated with glittering mirror inlay, yet its visual character also depends on painted decoration, ornamental…

Restoring the Kirti Stambha at Chittorgarh Fort

The Kirti Stambha, or Tower of Fame, is one of the most distinctive monuments within Chittorgarh Fort. Rising above the historic landscape of Mewar, the tower…