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Medium: journal article
Language(s): English
Published in: Structural Engineering International, , n. 3, v. 1
Page(s): 16-17
DOI: 10.2749/101686691780617580
Abstract:

The house of worship for the Baha'i faith constructed in New Delhi is stylized as a lotus. The architect opted for this form in preference over others, primarily due to "The deep respect for the lotus that was spontaneously evoked in Indian hearts".

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