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Makli: The Necropolis At Thatta / Ihsan H. Nadiem.

By: Material type: TextTextPublication details: Lahore: Sang-e-Meel Publications, 2000.Description: 128 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9693510755
  • 9789693510751
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 23 351.86 NAD 6705
LOC classification:
  • DS392.M33 N34 2000
Summary: Makli: The Necropolis at Thatta" is a comprehensive exploration of one of the largest necropolises in the world, located in Sindh, Pakistan. The book delves into the historical, architectural, and cultural significance of Makli, which serves as a final resting place for Sindh's elite from the 14th to the 18th centuries. Ihsan H. Nadiem provides an in-depth analysis of the intricate tomb structures, their unique architectural styles, and the artistry involved in their construction. The author examines the rich history of the region, emphasizing the role of Makli as a center of Islamic scholarship and culture during its peak. The book also highlights the need for preservation of this UNESCO World Heritage site, discussing the threats it faces from environmental factors, neglect, and urban encroachment. Through vivid descriptions and detailed illustrations, Nadiem celebrates the artistic heritage of Makli and advocates for its conservation for future generations.
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 127-128).

Makli: The Necropolis at Thatta" is a comprehensive exploration of one of the largest necropolises in the world, located in Sindh, Pakistan. The book delves into the historical, architectural, and cultural significance of Makli, which serves as a final resting place for Sindh's elite from the 14th to the 18th centuries.

Ihsan H. Nadiem provides an in-depth analysis of the intricate tomb structures, their unique architectural styles, and the artistry involved in their construction. The author examines the rich history of the region, emphasizing the role of Makli as a center of Islamic scholarship and culture during its peak.

The book also highlights the need for preservation of this UNESCO World Heritage site, discussing the threats it faces from environmental factors, neglect, and urban encroachment. Through vivid descriptions and detailed illustrations, Nadiem celebrates the artistic heritage of Makli and advocates for its conservation for future generations.

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