VINDHYAN SANDSTONE THE WONDER OF INDIA

Sandstones from the Vindhyan ranges have been used to construct several national heritage structures in north India, especially government buildings and historical monuments.  

"Qutub Minar and Iron Pillar, Delhi" by Dimitry B is licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0


The oldest use of this variety of Sandstone has been documented at the Bhimbetika caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its beautiful cave art.  


Of course, monuments like the Stupas, Qutub Minar, Agra Fort & Red Fort, are also built of Vindhyan sandstone. 

This variety of sandstone has been used because it is chemically stable, resistant to physical weathering, and relatively easy to work on.

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