Geometrical analysis of tomb of Shah Rukh-ne-Alam Multan
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https://doi.org/10.71085/sss.04.03.356Keywords:
Geometrical Analysis, Shah Rukh-ne-Alam, Multan, Architecture, South PunjabAbstract
In this paper analysis of Tomb Architecture in South Punjab Area will highlight the importance of interaction of regular geometric shapes used in symmetrical way in Tomb of Shah Rukhne Alam Multan. The complex geometry has identified in design layouts and level plans of Tomb Architecture points to potential use of octagonal system. The tomb has octagonal shape which is derived from Gazzi Ilahi consists of intersections of many squares. As the geometrical patterns are the main essence of the tomb architecture. This research illustrates that how this multilevel largest brick and mud dome structure stands out without using concrete in it
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The data that support the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.
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