Vastushastra means the science of architecture. Ancient India had made tremendous contribution in Vastushastra. India’ knowledge and contribution in Vastushastra is recognized and highly praised by many countries of the world. Brahma, Narad, Brahaspati, Bhrugu, Vashishtha and Vishwakarma have made unique contribution in the field of Vastushastra. On the basis of principle of Vastushastra they gave the guidelines for constructing houses, temples, palaces, horse stables, forts, storehouse of ammunition and also town planning. Varahmihir has also discussed about Vastushastra in his book ‘Brihat Samhita’.
Later in 15th century, Rana Kumbha of Mewar made several improvements in the previous versions of Vastushastra and revived it. According to traditional belief, Vishwakarma is considered as the first architect of Gods. He divided Vastushastra into eight sections. In these sections he provided detailed information related to Vastu shastra such as selecting a location, shapes, structure, planning of things, planning of temples and Bhramsthan, planning dining room, bedroom, etc. As time passes, we observe many, changes in Vastushastra. Earlier, Vastushastra was explained with religious perspective in the east, but now it is looked at with scientific ! perspective across the world.
