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  2. Sikh architecture - Wikipedia

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    Sikh architecture is a style of architecture that was developed under the Sikh Confederacy and Sikh Empire during the 18th and 19th centuries in the Punjab region. Due to its progressive style, it is constantly evolving into many newly developing branches with new contemporary styles.

  3. History of domes in South Asia - Wikipedia

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    Domes appear frequently in Sikh architecture, which was greatly influenced by Mughal architecture. Most of Historical Sikh buildings were built towards the end of 18th century. Domes in Sikh architecture are mostly ribbed with lotus design at the top and floral motifs at the bottom. These domes start with wide base and reach maximum ...

  4. Goindwal - Wikipedia

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    The main gurdwara, standing next to the Baoli, white against the chequerboard of the courtyard. The Gurdwara is an example of typical Sikh architecture with a large dome tipped with a gold pinnacle - four cupolas echoing the main dome in shape and the ubiquitous facade of turrets, elliptical cornices and projected windows.

  5. Category:Sikh architecture - Wikipedia

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  6. Panj Takht - Wikipedia

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    [22] [23] The magnificent Hazur Sahib Gurudwara, with its white marble domes and elaborate artwork, is a prime example of the architecture, which combines Rajput and Sikh architectural elements. The Hola Mohalla festival and Gurpurabs are two of the many occasions and celebrations that are enthusiastically observed throughout the year.

  7. Guru Ram Rai Darbar Sahib - Wikipedia

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    The building is historically and architecturally significant, as it derives many of its architectural motifs, like minarets, domes and gardens, from Islamic architecture. [2] While Sikh architecture, in general, drew inspiration from Mughal architecture, the Darbar Sahib was unique in that it relied more heavily on elements that give it the ...

  8. Pakistani architecture - Wikipedia

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    One of the most well known examples of Sikh architecture is the Samadhi of Ranjit Singh, built in 1839. The building has gilded fluted domes and cupolas, and an ornate balustrade around the upper portion of the building. The dome is decorated with Naga (serpent) hood designs - the product of Hindu craftsmen that worked on the project. [29]

  9. Samadhi of Ranjit Singh - Wikipedia

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    The building combines elements of Sikh, Hindu, and Islamic architecture. [2] Portions of the building are believed to have been plundered from the adjacent Lahore Fort. [3] The building has gilded fluted domes and cupolas, and an ornate balustrade around the upper portion of the building.