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What is a common feature found in the architecture of Nepal that has a painting of 'all seeing eyes' on its sides?
What is a common feature found in the architecture of Nepal that has a painting of 'all seeing eyes' on its sides?
- Shikhara Style
- Newa Style
- Stupa Style (correct)
- Pagoda Style
In early construction of Tibetan structures, what type of wall technique was commonly used?
In early construction of Tibetan structures, what type of wall technique was commonly used?
- Battered Wall (correct)
- Reinforced Concrete Wall
- Dry wall
- Retaining Wall
What type of roof was developed in Tibetan architecture specifically to conserve heat?
What type of roof was developed in Tibetan architecture specifically to conserve heat?
- Mansard
- Hipped (correct)
- Gable
- Flat
Which of the following is a free-standing structure with a dome often seen in Buddhism architecture?
Which of the following is a free-standing structure with a dome often seen in Buddhism architecture?
What is Tibet often referred to as due to its geographical significance?
What is Tibet often referred to as due to its geographical significance?
What is the main religion practiced in Nepal, making it the largest religion in the country?
What is the main religion practiced in Nepal, making it the largest religion in the country?
What type of mythical creature is used in Vientiane Style architecture in Vietnam?
What type of mythical creature is used in Vientiane Style architecture in Vietnam?
Which Stupa in Vietnam has 30 small surrounding stupas representing the 30 perfections of Buddhism?
Which Stupa in Vietnam has 30 small surrounding stupas representing the 30 perfections of Buddhism?
What architecture style in Northern Laos features a multiple level platform and a roof that sweeps low and wide?
What architecture style in Northern Laos features a multiple level platform and a roof that sweeps low and wide?
In Myanmar, what type of building contains living quarters and meditation cells for monks?
In Myanmar, what type of building contains living quarters and meditation cells for monks?
What are the primary colors used in Tibetan Architecture?
What are the primary colors used in Tibetan Architecture?
What is a Japanese gateway usually with three openings called?
What is a Japanese gateway usually with three openings called?
What is considered the world's biggest religious structure?
What is considered the world's biggest religious structure?
Which animal ornament represents power and the emperor in Asian architecture?
Which animal ornament represents power and the emperor in Asian architecture?
In designing, what concept believes that evil things travel in straight lines?
In designing, what concept believes that evil things travel in straight lines?
Which dynasty repaired and finished the Great Wall of China?
Which dynasty repaired and finished the Great Wall of China?
