Monday, November 15, 2010

Radhasoami Memorial, Dayalbagh

Dayalbagh (State: Uttar Pradesh) is at a distance of 15 kms from Agra.

Here, the grand monument Radhasoami memorial is 110 feet high, and is made of pure white marble. The building is under construction for the last 100 years. The architecture is an exquisite mix of temple, gurudwara, vihara and mosque.

The above is the entrance to the memorial.

The stone carvings on colored marble are magnificent. On the inner walls the semi-precious stones in pietra-dura style has been inlaid.

59 comments:

  1. Very interesting architecture !Thanks for sharing .

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  2. Stunning architecture! What a beautiful building!

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  3. Nice piece of information . and great pic to .

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  4. A wonderful Indian architectural monument with mind blowing stone carvings.
    I have visited this monument twice and is a beautiful epic of different Indian religions.

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  5. This monument is very impressive, but it is still hard to grasp the idea that it has been under construction for 100 years. The stone work is amazing.

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  6. Hi Raj
    solo una parola :
    "grandioso" !!!
    Felice inizio settimana.
    Myriam :))

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  7. Stunning structure, just look at that vast and grand entrance...
    xoxo

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  8. Nice blog
    and the pictures of this building again nice..

    Under construction for 100 years blimey what are they building thats a long time

    The entrance looks majestic


    Bikram's

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  9. that is a beautiful structure!

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  10. Interesting pictures.Greetings Andrzej.

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  11. love the perspective of the 1st pic!

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  12. magnificent temple architecture, large and very impressive !!!!!!!

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  13. The amazing monument reflects the time and care put into its construction. Wonderful photos!

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  14. Perhaps I misunderstood. One hundred years of construction is an amazing amount of time. This work in progress is very beautiful, indeed!

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  15. An awesome memorial! The detail of the stone carvings are indeed magnificent! Superb capture, Rajesh! Thanks again for sharing the beauty of your country! Hope you have a great week!

    Sylvia

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  16. the structures are splendidly beautiful. thanks for sharing these.

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  17. Anonymous05:42

    i like your perspective on the first image. it shows the beauty of the structure.

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  18. I love the way the entrance to the memorial has arches within arches and such intricate carving. A very beautiful place.

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  19. Looks like a beautiful memorial. A hundred years is a long time for the construction.

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  20. Excellent captures of this majestic building.

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  21. Incredible, Rajesh. I love the second photo, with the wonderful colour.
    -- K

    Kay, Alberta, Canada
    An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel

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  22. Honestly, it is only through your posts that I come to know of the many wonders that exist! Thanks!!!!!

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  23. A monument that tall and made of pure white marble has to be grand. Beautiful shots!

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  24. It is a huge temple, almost occupying the4 whole block.

    Love the unique architecture.

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  25. magnificent architecture! this must be breathtaking when sunlight shines on the marble.

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  26. A nice picture and a beautiful monument. Greetings

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  27. Anonymous16:48

    Wow - another magnificent building for us to enjoy!

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  28. That's a very tall building. Love the beautiful architectural designs. Have a nice weekend.

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  29. This memorial is amazing! The stone carvings are really beautiful!

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  30. Wonder marble structure! The architecture in the second picture is marvelous. It would be the long standing construction in this field.

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  31. sorry for the late reaction, but I had to do my job the whole day

    Beautiful My World Tuesday posting

    Have a nice week,
    Greetings, Bram

    Link to My Word Tuesday post!

    Seen on My World Tuesday

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  32. Very informative and interesting post.Your blog enhances my intelligence.

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  33. The building is very impressive and the entrance is fabulous!Amazing columns there!
    REGARDS
    Léia

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  34. Stunning architecture, thanks for sharing this.

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  35. My goodness that's an amazing marble structure. The delicate carving is amazing too.

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  36. Beautiful architecture , beautiful picture, interesting history (as always). Under construction for a century? Wow! (I couldn't spot any signs of ongoing work. They must do a good job of hiding it).

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  37. impressive entrance; I mean the whole building is, but love that entryway.

    ROG, ABC Wednesday team

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  38. An entrance worthy of giants, in every way.

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  39. Wonderful architecture!

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  40. Anonymous06:48

    Wow.. And this is in India? A very interesting architecture.. and a short but very informative post. Liking this entry.. =)

    Here's mine. Hope you could visit back..

    http://neneleah30.blogspot.com/2010/11/my-robinson.html

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  41. nice building! :)

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  42. Wow!!
    Wonderful shots :-)
    My compliments ...

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  43. what a fantastic architecture and the carvings are really amazing...a salute for those talented soul who built it.

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  44. The mind boggles at the time and artistry needed to create this beauty.

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  45. So close to Agra ! Too bad I missed it.
    It looks like an European palace.
    But 100 years ? surprising.

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  46. It is so beautiful Great shots.

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  47. Love that stonework

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  48. Very interesting post... I'll sure visit this place :)

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  49. Beautiful! So many intricate details.

    Erika B

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  50. Compliments to visit this monument. A beautiful monument indeed!

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  51. Looks grand indeed, the entrance is very royal!!

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  52. beautiful intricate details,loved it.

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  53. radhaswami :) ..thanks for sharing

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  54. Nice monument alas it is incomplete

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  55. Thanks to all for appreciating this grand structure.

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