John Stevens - The Architecture of Mughal India: Places, Mosques, Gardens and Mausoleums

Prior to British rule, India was governed by the Mughal Emperors. The stunning buildings and gardens they constructed from the sixteenth to the eighteenth centuries left an incredible stamp on India's cultural landscape. Mughal architecture fused elements from Islamic, Persian, Turkish and Indian traditions, giving rise to some of the most beautiful, iconic buildings in the world. From the Jama Masjid in Delhi, to the Taj Mahal in Agra, to Shalimar Gardens in Lahore, this lecture will take you on a tour of some of India's greatest buildings, examining their historical contexts and the colourful personalities involved in their construction.

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