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BABABUKUNMI BABALOLA
on Dec 19, 2024Verified
The architect of the Taj Mahal achieved a balance between verticality and horizontality by doing which of the following?
A) Including a reflective pool of water
B) Adhering to a strict system of proportions
C) Surrounding the structure with minarets
D) Arranging gardens along the pool of water
Architectural Balance
The concept in design that ensures stability and aesthetic harmony between elements of a structure, contributing to its overall unity and appeal.
Reflective Pool
A body of water designed specifically to reflect surrounding architecture and landscape, often found in gardens and urban parks.
Minarets
Tall, slender towers typically part of a mosque, with a balcony from which a muezzin calls Muslims to prayer.
- Recognize the architectural styles and elements of Indian and related cultures.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the architectural styles and elements of Indian and related cultures.