The ceremonies took place in the lovely sandstone amphitheater formed by the Union Buildings in Pretoria. Some well-known public buildings in India made of sandstone include:
- The Red Fort
- Rashtrapati Bhavan
- The Parliament House
- The Supreme Court of India in New Delhi
- Madras High Court in Chennai
- Jama Masjid in Delhi
- Victoria Memorial in Kolkata
- City Palace in Jaipur
- Lakshmi Niwas Palace in Bikaner
- Humayun’s Tomb
These buildings showcase the beauty and durability of Indian sandstone, with many constructed using red sandstone from Rajasthan or other regions known for this stone.
