Exquisite carvings from Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu - 1
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Ramayana through carvings
Hazara Rama temple, Hampi This magnificent carving in the Hazara Rama temple delineate's the wedding of Lord Rama to Goddess Sita and of his brothers, Bharata, Lakshmana, Shatrughan to Goddess Sita's sisters, Mandvi, Urmila and Shrutakirthi respectively. Such intricacy and attention to detail can only be seen in Hampi, which was the capital of the Vijayanagara kingdom. The most magnificent and perplexing moment occurred when I closely examined the Yajñōpaviīa thread found on the carvings of the four brothers. The three younger brothers' threads are all oriented to the left, but Lord Rama's thread is directed to the right. Could this be explained by the fact that Lord Rama was Lord Vishnu's incarnation? Was it because he was the oldest child? Or was it just etched to distinguish between the brothers' identities? Only the carver could have answered this question, because after all, it is his interpretation that causes the confusion. But sadly, this carver exis...
I have visited many temples namely Konark sun temple,Khajuraho,Belur,Halebeedu,Hampi & Mahabalipuram .The design and execution of these structures are remarkable.I was impressed by the techniques in the architecture,but not aware of the real stories behind these marvellous architectures.Excellent Nyati.Now I am curious to know the stories behind these spectacular and excellent sculptures.Well Done
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