A dip back into the history of architecture and buildings in the country reveals a continuous courtship with natural stone, be it granite, marble or any other variety.. Not only were the iconic buildings of India built totally in stone, the buildings also served as a fertile ground for the erstwhile stone artisans to reveal their prowess, the astounding carvings on them continuing to leave the onlooker speechless even after many centuries.Natural stone continues to hold this interest even in the contemporary scene, with strong aspirations displayed to incorporate them in the built spaces, either as flooring, as a highlight wall, as motifs to accentuate a particular décor, or as art pieces. Whatever be the theme of the décor or the functional use of the space, the presence of natural stone in some form is much sought after and held in high esteem.
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