| Title | Jharokha architecture style |
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| Description | Characterized by enclosed overhanging balconies, often ornately decorated, projecting from the wall of a building, primarily in Rajasthan and used for ventilation and viewing. |
| Tags | Jharokha Balcony Window Screen Ventilation Decoration Rajasthan Mughal Privacy |
| Style ID | INHF-910290755-18-11-25-JE |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/jharokha-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/jharokha-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 2 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Rajasthan Gujarat Madhya Pradesh Punjab |
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| Time Periods | 16th century CE 19th century CE 16th Century CE 17th Century CE 18th Century CE 19th Century CE |
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| Dynasties | Rajput clans Mughal Empire |
| Sacred Contexts | Secular Residential Royal palaces |
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| Primary Materials | Sandstone Wood Marble |
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| Architectural Features | Overhanging balcony Enclosed space Intricate carvings Projecting window Overhanging enclosed balcony Carved screens Balustrade |
| Keywords | Jharokha Balcony Window Screen Ventilation Decoration Rajasthan Mughal Privacy |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Architecture: A Reader | Book | Includes sections on the use of Jharokhas in various architectural styles. |
| Indian Architecture | Book | Sections on regional variations and elements like jharokhas. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Mehrangarh Fort Jodhpur | Secondary | 100% |
| Patwon Ki Haveli Jaisalmer | Secondary | 100% |