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Author: * Kallistos Alexandros -
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Date: Aug 16, 2007 - 08:20
foyer
Welcome
.........................................To The Peacock
palace of Kallistos
Just behind the doors to the palace is a covered foyer.
Take a moment to adjust your eyes to the light. It can be a shock stepping
in from the Indian sun. The foyer is in the old style of Mohenjo Dura.
It is made of the local brick in a rectilinear design used before the
invention of the arch and the column. The bricks have a cooling effect
due to the natural evaporation of moisture. You can feel the difference
the moment you enter the space. In the private spaces, the more common
Hellenistic design is used in combination with later Indian traditions.
The prince and his attendants greet important guests such as yourself
in person. The slave offers cool wine. Do not fear the tiger; she is
quite tame. His highness, dressed in Indian fabrics welcomes you and
will personally guide you through the palace.
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