Hindu Mandirs : Architectural Wonders

Abstract

This paper will try to understand the uniqueness of the architecture and engineering of the ancient mandirs and evaluate them on the basis of many criteria, including design, difficulty in building, scientific and other special knowledge used in the construction. An attempt will also be made to understand the science that went into their construction. The paper will attempt to compare how India’s mandirs differ in their architectural characteristics with the other structures of some other cultures of world.