It was built by the Rashtrkuta king, Krishna I. Situated in the south of the precinct, these caves are estimated to have been built during 600 to 730 CE.
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Rare statue of Ugrachandi in Basantapur Chowk in Bhaktapur – a statue so stunning it cost the sculptor his hand
In 1707 CE King Bhupatindra (1696 to 1722) commissioned the sculpting of the goddess Ugrachandi. The result of the stone masons work is clear to all. The statue of Ugrachandi is truly intricate, detailed and stunning. The eighteen-armed goddess is depicted dispatching a fallen enemy with her trident and a guardian lion.
King Bhupatindra also thought the statue was beautiful. In fact he was so impressed with the stone masons work he didn’t want any of the other kings within the Kathmandu valley to have a statue like it. So, he chopped of the masons right hand.
Chandi or Chandika is a powerful form of Parvati, who manifested to destroy evil. Chandika is an avatar of Durga. The three principal forms of Durga worshipped are Mahagauri, Chandika and Aparajita. Of these, Chandika has two forms called Chandi and Chamunda who is created by the goddess Kaushiki for killing demons Chanda and Munda
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In 1707 CE King Bhupatindra (1696 to 1722) commissioned the sculpting of the goddess Ugrachandi. The result of the stone masons work is clear to all. The statue of Ugrachandi is truly intricate, detailed and stunning. The eighteen-armed goddess is depicted dispatching a fallen enemy with her trident and a guardian lion.
King Bhupatindra also thought the statue was beautiful. In fact he was so impressed with the stone masons work he didn’t want any of the other kings within the Kathmandu valley to have a statue like it. So, he chopped of the masons right hand.
Chandi or Chandika is a powerful form of Parvati, who manifested to destroy evil. Chandika is an avatar of Durga. The three principal forms of Durga worshipped are Mahagauri, Chandika and Aparajita. Of these, Chandika has two forms called Chandi and Chamunda who is created by the goddess Kaushiki for killing demons Chanda and Munda
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The Mahadeva Temple at Itagi in Koppal District of Karnataka, is a highly ornate example of Chalukya style architecture.
Built in 1112 A.D. the Temple’s carvings, sculptures, pillars and tower is an excellent example of Western Chalukyan art and speaks volumes about the skills of the artisans in those days.
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Built in 1112 A.D. the Temple’s carvings, sculptures, pillars and tower is an excellent example of Western Chalukyan art and speaks volumes about the skills of the artisans in those days.
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The wonder of the World....!
Pinnacle of craftsmanship...
Ancient Sanatani tales written on stones all over!
Hats off to such thoughts and creation by our ancestors!
Wondering if such marvels can be rebuilt with today's technology !!🤔
Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple, Tamil Nadu.
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Pinnacle of craftsmanship...
Ancient Sanatani tales written on stones all over!
Hats off to such thoughts and creation by our ancestors!
Wondering if such marvels can be rebuilt with today's technology !!🤔
Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple, Tamil Nadu.
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Brihadeeswarar Temple
Brihadeeshwara Temple (Peruvudaiyar Kovil) is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva located in Thanjavur in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is also known as Periya Kovil, RajaRajeswara Temple and Rajarajesvaram. It is one of the largest temples in India and is an example of Dravidian architecture during the Chola period. Built by emperor Raja Raja Chola I and completed in 1010 AD, the temple turned 1000 years old in 2010. The temple is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the "Great Living Chola Temples", with the other two being the Brihadeeswarar Temple, Gangaikonda Cholapuram andAiravatesvara temple.
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Brihadeeshwara Temple (Peruvudaiyar Kovil) is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva located in Thanjavur in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is also known as Periya Kovil, RajaRajeswara Temple and Rajarajesvaram. It is one of the largest temples in India and is an example of Dravidian architecture during the Chola period. Built by emperor Raja Raja Chola I and completed in 1010 AD, the temple turned 1000 years old in 2010. The temple is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the "Great Living Chola Temples", with the other two being the Brihadeeswarar Temple, Gangaikonda Cholapuram andAiravatesvara temple.
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The temple stands amidst fortified walls that were probably added in the 16th century. The vimanam (temple tower) is 216 ft (66 m) high and is the tallest in the world. The Kumbam (the apex or the bulbous structure on the top) of the temple is carved out of a single rock and weighs around 80 tons. There is a big statue of Nandi (sacred bull), carved out of a single rock measuring about 16 ft (4.9 m) long and 13 ft (4.0 m) high at the entrance. The entire temple structure is made out of granite, the nearest sources of which are about 60 km to the west of temple. The temple is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Tamil Nadu.
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Beatiful wonderful Krishna mandir Patan .,UNESCO world Heritage site
The temple is situated at Darbar Square Patan, Nepal.
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The temple is situated at Darbar Square Patan, Nepal.
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It is really hard to believe that this was Carved by human hands!
Zoom in & see the art, artistry, symmetry & dedication of our ancestors.
Can a replica of this be made now?
The Dwarkadhish Mandir at Dwarka, Gujarat.
Dedicated to the Bhagwan Sri Krishna.
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Zoom in & see the art, artistry, symmetry & dedication of our ancestors.
Can a replica of this be made now?
The Dwarkadhish Mandir at Dwarka, Gujarat.
Dedicated to the Bhagwan Sri Krishna.
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Chaturbhuj Temple (Devanagari: चतुर्भुज मंदिर) is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Vishnu in Khajuraho, India.[1] This temple is also known as Jatakari Temple (Devanagari:जटकारी) as it is situated in the village of Jatakari.
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The amazing carvings which bring stories to life 💙
A carving depicting the fight between Bheema and Bhagadatta at Chennakeshava temple, Beluru.
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A carving depicting the fight between Bheema and Bhagadatta at Chennakeshava temple, Beluru.
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CREATIVE ART
'NAVA NAARI KUNJARA' - ELEPHANT made of WOMEN :
This highly imaginative relief work of elephant (just 1 foot high) made of 9 women can be seen in the outer wall panels.
'MANMATHA ON HORSE' - Creative Horse Collage from 5 women :
This creative relief work of horse (just 1 foot high) made of 5 women can be seen in the outer wall panels.
AQUATIC COLLAGE :
One can see a variety of aquatic plants such as lotus, water lily and species like fish, water birds catching fish, making love, crocodiles and frogs in this collage relief just about a foot high.
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'NAVA NAARI KUNJARA' - ELEPHANT made of WOMEN :
This highly imaginative relief work of elephant (just 1 foot high) made of 9 women can be seen in the outer wall panels.
'MANMATHA ON HORSE' - Creative Horse Collage from 5 women :
This creative relief work of horse (just 1 foot high) made of 5 women can be seen in the outer wall panels.
AQUATIC COLLAGE :
One can see a variety of aquatic plants such as lotus, water lily and species like fish, water birds catching fish, making love, crocodiles and frogs in this collage relief just about a foot high.
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COMPLEX CEILING ART:
Ceilings of various massive entrance door ways of the temple which will amaze you in every aspect (but many may miss to view them - as everyone will be saturated and exhausted after seeing the sculptural extravaganza inside the temple!)
Place : NINDRA NAMBI PERUMAL Temple, Thirukurungudi (45 km from Tirunelveli, TN) is one of the 108 Divya desam (Vaishnavite - Hindu temples that are sacred for Lord Vishnu) and most exquisitely carved temples of Tamilnadu,
Period : The inscriptions on the temple walls tell the early constructions date back to 10th century CE. But most of the present architecture and sculpture works were done by Vijayanagar Nayak rulers (15th-16th century CE).
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Ceilings of various massive entrance door ways of the temple which will amaze you in every aspect (but many may miss to view them - as everyone will be saturated and exhausted after seeing the sculptural extravaganza inside the temple!)
Place : NINDRA NAMBI PERUMAL Temple, Thirukurungudi (45 km from Tirunelveli, TN) is one of the 108 Divya desam (Vaishnavite - Hindu temples that are sacred for Lord Vishnu) and most exquisitely carved temples of Tamilnadu,
Period : The inscriptions on the temple walls tell the early constructions date back to 10th century CE. But most of the present architecture and sculpture works were done by Vijayanagar Nayak rulers (15th-16th century CE).
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Sangameshwar Temple in Saswad, Maharashtra is a beautiful example of Hemadpanthi architecture. It is known for its detailed carvings and symmetry in style; located at the confluence of two rivers, it has lush greenery around it which makes up as a captivating view.
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