identify any monument ( pillar / stupa) of Ashokan period and describe the key structul aspects of the identified monuements that includes at least three of the identified monument like hight weight widhth diametere symmetry main features etc
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Step-by-step explanation:
The stupa may represent the five purified elements:
- The square base represents earth.
- The hemispherical dome/vase represents water.
- The conical spire represents fire.
Sacnchi Stupa Architecture
- A hemispherical mound called Anda. The domed shape Anda with green highlights portrays the mound of dirt that was used to cover Lord Buddha's remains.
- A square railing called Harmika.
- A central pillar supporting a triple umbrella form called Chattra
- The upper lotus parasol and the crescent moon represent air.
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