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Hawa Mahal: Architectural Analysis by Shah Kshitika is a document available to read on EtoBox.

The Hawa Mahal in Jaipur, India is known for its intricate latticework and floral patterns on domes and canopies. It was built in the 18th century for royal ladies to watch everyday life and processions without being seen. The five-story pyramidal structure resembles a crown and has no front entrance or staircases, only internal ramps and 953 small jharokas or windows that provide ventilation and light.

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Shah Kshitika

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