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Earthquake Resistance Architecture: Shared Vernacular Science of India and Turkey

September 8, 2016September 14, 2016

I live in Turkey, an earthquake prone location. I have a radio next to my bed, in case an earthquake should strike and phone connection …

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Climatic Impact on Vernacular Architecture of Kerala

September 8, 2016September 20, 2017

India is the home for more than 1.3 billion people. Located in South Asia, it has unique traditions with interesting cultural landscape. There are more …

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The Indissoluble Relation Between Man and Nature: Venezuelan Vernacular Architecture

September 8, 2016September 8, 2016

Venezuela is known as one of the 10 most bio diverse countries on the planet. Moreover, Venezuela is known as one of the most interesting …

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Courtyards: Influence of the Indian Traditional Architectural Element on Community Interactions

September 7, 2016March 6, 2020

The built vernacular heritage is usually constructed regarding the interaction between the human being and the surrounding environment, whatever its type, that to be subjected …

Built Heritage, Heritage, Intangible Heritage, Traditions

Exploring Cultures: Homesteads and Huts of Various Kenyan Ethnic Groups

September 7, 2016September 7, 2016

A further look into the theme of built vernacular heritage (#builtheritage) exploring the topic in more in-depth detail from the perspective of a different country, …

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When Britons Lived in Huts

September 7, 2016December 27, 2016

Many may think that the classic mud hut with a thatched roof is unique only to Africa, but let me break it to you that …

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Manifestation of Vernacular Architecture in South Indian Temples

September 1, 2016September 5, 2016

Temples in South India The glorious history of Tamilnadu temple and shrines manifests the architectural brilliance of the bygone centuries. Exotic creative skills and construction …

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Dargahs of Delhi: Hazrat Qutb-ud-din Bakhtiyar Kaki

September 1, 2016October 9, 2016

There are few places in a city like Delhi where various faiths merge so seamlessly. The ?dargah? is more than just a saint?s mausoleum. It …

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Rome’s great Mosque: A symbol of cultural integration

August 31, 2016October 1, 2017

The Italian capital is known as one of the greatest open air museums in the world. The continuous conservation of archaeological sites, dramatic monuments and …