Forest Research Institute-2, Dehradun

by Sanjay Marathe

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Forest Research Institute-2, Dehradun

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Sanjay Marathe

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Photograph - Paper, Canvas, Metal, Framed Prints

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The magnificent Forest Research Institute (FRI) in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India, is an architectural marvel blending Greco-Roman and Colonial styles. Designed by the esteemed British architect C.G. Blomfield, this grand structure was established in 1906 as the Imperial Forest Research Institute to advance forestry research and conservation in India.

Spread across a sprawling 450-hectare campus, the institute is renowned for its symmetrical design, majestic columns, and expansive corridors. Its striking red brick and white limestone façade, inspired by European classical architecture, exudes a timeless elegance.

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February 15th, 2025

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