Indo-Islamic architecture
Vijayanagara-style temple architecture
Gothic architecture
Chalukyan architecture
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The correct answer is: a) Indo-Islamic architecture.
The Qutb Shahi Tombs are a group of tombs located in the Golconda Fort in Hyderabad, India. They were built by the Qutb Shahi dynasty, who ruled the Deccan region of India from the 16th to the 18th centuries. The tombs are a fine example of Indo-Islamic architecture, which is a fusion of Islamic and Indian architectural styles.
The Qutb Shahi Tombs are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. They are one of the most popular tourist attractions in Hyderabad.
Here is a brief description of each option:
- Indo-Islamic architecture is a fusion of Islamic and Indian architectural styles. It is characterized by the use of arches, domes, and minarets, as well as the use of local materials and techniques.
- Vijayanagara-style temple architecture is a style of temple architecture that developed in the Vijayanagara Empire in the 14th to 16th centuries. It is characterized by the use of large, monolithic stones, intricate carvings, and towering gopurams (gateway towers).
- Gothic architecture is a style of architecture that developed in Europe in the 12th to 16th centuries. It is characterized by the use of pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses.
- Chalukyan architecture is a style of architecture that developed in the Deccan region of India in the 6th to 13th centuries. It is characterized by the use of massive stone temples, intricate carvings, and stellate (star-shaped) plans.