do NOT visit the infosys campus, Mysore, karnataka state.

the amount of interesting urbanism and culture here is mindboggling.. i wouldn't know where to start..

I have some suggestions for Bangladesh trip..

for the interest in historic architecture:

Visit Paharpur Budhdhist Monastery : the biggest and the oldest one in the whole world. 4 hrs bus drive from Dhaka.

Visit Old Dhaka in a rickshaw ! enjoy the old Mughal Monuments and the people.

For Colonial architecture : Visit Dhaka University Campus Carzon Hall and Panam Nagar ( 1 hr Bus drive from Dhaka).

For Modern Architecture : Visit Fine Arts institute in Dhaka University designed by Muzharul Islam.

Old Dhaka and Paharpur must see.

To get a taste of the city beforehand check out Raymond Meiers Photography on Dhaka http://www.louiskahndhaka.com/

If you have questions u can email me.

Have a nice trip!!

Architecture aside ,
Try the kababs at "kareem's " in the Old quarter of Delhi.

India suggestions for more modern/small experiences:
- ITC Hotel in Calcutta
- TATA Steel Building in Calcutta
- AC Market in Calcutta
- Cinnamon boutique in Bangalore
- i-bar/Park Hotel in Bangalore
- Charles Corea concrete office towers in Bangalore

In India, I'd surely head to the following places:

Ahmedabad
-the IIM campus by Louis Kahn
-the 4-odd buildings by Corb.
-the architecture school that has a whole wealth of information about indian architecture
-The beautiful old city with its narrow streets and amazing food spots

Jaisalmer
The fort and the village inside the fort are very beautiful

Bombay
-For the crazy fast life - it really defines the cliche 'life in the fast lane'
-All the small and medium sized markets and shopping centers
-The 'Kanchenjunga' apartments by Charles Correa

Bangalore
-The IIM Bangalore campus
-The hundreds of cool bars and pubs that line the streets

New Delhi
-The India Habitat Center
-Charles Correas LIC building in Connaught place
-To find the definition of 'high density sprawl'

Just returned from India two months ago. Would strongly recommend:

Ahmedabad (sameolddoctor names some of the major sights there)
-there is an immense wealth to see in Ahmedabad and it is sadly underrated. Included significant modern architecture and traditional indian works:
-Ghandi Labour Institute, Doshi
-Ni Gufa, Doshi - which may be nearing completion by the time you get there
-Doshi himself at Sangath
-Indology Museum (Doshi & Corb)
-Corb's Textile Millowner's Building (similar to Carpenter Centre)-Shodan House, Corb
-City Museum (aka Sanskar Kendra), Corb
-Sarabhai Villa, Corb
-Ancient Stepwells outside of Ahmedabad (Adalaj, Patan) are breathtaking in their dramatic light conditions
-ofcourse, IIM is unconditionally the most important building to experience...

4haus, if you want more information I would love to discuss/send images/sketches.

cheers

Just returned from India two months ago. Would strongly recommend:

Ahmedabad (sameolddoctor names some of the major sights there)
-there is an immense wealth to see in Ahmedabad and it is sadly underrated. Included significant modern architecture and traditional indian works:
-Ghandi Labour Institute, Doshi
-Ni Gufa, Doshi - which may be nearing completion by the time you get there
-Doshi himself at Sangath
-Indology Museum (Doshi & Corb)
-Corb's Textile Millowner's Building (similar to Carpenter Centre)-Shodan House, Corb
-City Museum (aka Sanskar Kendra), Corb
-Sarabhai Villa, Corb
-Ancient Stepwells outside of Ahmedabad (Adalaj, Patan) are breathtaking in their dramatic light conditions
-ofcourse, IIM is unconditionally the most important building to experience...

4haus, if you want more information I would love to discuss/send images/sketches.

cheers

Thanks guys,

Some of those i had pinpointed some not so thats great.

Olly, do you mean you can actually meet Doshi at Sangath? (did you) i think he is a legend (if going a bit off the rails with the Ni Gufa domed thing).

If you have directions to the more obscure or difficult stuff to find in Ahmedebad ( i.e. Ancient Stepwells) would appreciate it. sketches etc would also be cool.my email is ciandeegan@gmail.com

cheers

heading there myself tom. where you at 4haus?