A STUDY OF ARCHITECTURE IN GUJARAT FROM PAST TO PRESENT

Abstract

This research aims to focus upon the architecture of Gujarat from past till present times, here the researcher will give the combined information regarding traditional architectural forms of constructing the buildings, palaces, markets, schools and other important places where local people lived in ancient era. The phases of development from past to present times, in which creativity, imagination and culture mattered equally as climate and materials used. Different monuments such as Rani Ki Vav, Sun temple, Jhulta Minarets, Sidi Saiyyed mosque and others are discussed from past, while Sabarmati Riverfront, Statue of Unity, modern materials and homes are elaborated by the researcher. In the 20th century the classical architecture was replaced by modern and contemporary architecture. One while talking about the modern architecture of Ahmedabad the capital of Gujarat can never do without mentioning the works of Ar. B.V. Doshi the father of modern architecture.