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India has a rich legacy of folk art that has been passed down through generations. And many of them are still alive thanks to these pioneering #artists who've toiled tirelessly for their preservation >>>
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#LingarajaTemple is dedicated to #LordShiva and is one of the oldest temples in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The central tower of the temple is 180 ft tall. The temple is believed to be built by the kings from the Somavamsi dynasty, with later additions from the Ganga rulers.
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The temple is built in the Deula style that has 4 components namely, vimana, jagamohana, natamandira & bhoga-mandapa, each increasing in the height to its predecessor.
📷:Central vimana and temples in the #LingarajaTemple complex.
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📷:Central vimana and temples in the #LingarajaTemple complex.
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#LingarajaTemple is active in worship practises and #LordShiva is worshipped as Harihara. The temple faces east & is built of sandstone and laterite.
📷1: Minor temples in Lingaraja Temple complex which has around 50 other shrines and is enclosed by a large compound wall.
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📷1: Minor temples in Lingaraja Temple complex which has around 50 other shrines and is enclosed by a large compound wall.
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Wonders of india.
Wonder (1/n) Kumbhariyaji Temples.
A cluster of 5 temples made from white marble, the beauty of the temples here is comparable to that of the delwara Temples.
The original name of the town was 'Arasana' taken frm guj word Arasa-meaning 'Marble'(1/6)
Wonder (1/n) Kumbhariyaji Temples.
A cluster of 5 temples made from white marble, the beauty of the temples here is comparable to that of the delwara Temples.
The original name of the town was 'Arasana' taken frm guj word Arasa-meaning 'Marble'(1/6)
The 5 temples are currently dedicated to
Bhagwan Neminathji
Bhagwan Parshwanathji
Bhagwan Sambhavnathji
Bhagwan Shantinathji
Bhagwan Mahavirswamiji
The original Pratimaji are lost. The current were installed in the 17th Cen.
The Domes. (2/6)
Bhagwan Neminathji
Bhagwan Parshwanathji
Bhagwan Sambhavnathji
Bhagwan Shantinathji
Bhagwan Mahavirswamiji
The original Pratimaji are lost. The current were installed in the 17th Cen.
The Domes. (2/6)
The town had once a very prosperous #Jain Community. Epigraphical record here show atleast one temple to have been built by the Jain Sangh collectively, and the Neminathji temple by Trader Pasila.
The Ceilings (3/6)
The Ceilings (3/6)
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On the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivaratri, I am compiling a list of the ancient Shivalayams I have had darshan at.
All ancient, close 2 1000 yrs old, the newer being 300 yrs old.
Starting with the 1000 yr old Lingaraja temple of Bhubaneshwar
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On the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivaratri, I am compiling a list of the ancient Shivalayams I have had darshan at.
All ancient, close 2 1000 yrs old, the newer being 300 yrs old.
Starting with the 1000 yr old Lingaraja temple of Bhubaneshwar
4 of the Pancharamas,
Somarama, Ksheerarama, Draksharama & Kumararama.
The present structures are built by Chalukya Bhima between 9th & 10th century.
The shivalingas of the Pancharamas are made from a single Shivalinga belonging to Tarakasura. A fascinating sthala purana.
Somarama, Ksheerarama, Draksharama & Kumararama.
The present structures are built by Chalukya Bhima between 9th & 10th century.
The shivalingas of the Pancharamas are made from a single Shivalinga belonging to Tarakasura. A fascinating sthala purana.
1. Sri Bheemeshwara Swamy. Temple built btwn 890- 918 CE by Eastern Chalukya ruler Chalukya Bhima. Bhimavaram was named after him.
Sri Shakteeshwara Swamy of Yanamadurru. Also called Sheershasana Swamy, this gudi was discovered 1000 yrs ago. Shiva & Parvati r on the same peetam
Sri Shakteeshwara Swamy of Yanamadurru. Also called Sheershasana Swamy, this gudi was discovered 1000 yrs ago. Shiva & Parvati r on the same peetam
Ganapeshwara aalayam - Ghanpur
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Ganapeshwara aalayam is the main gudi of the Ghanpur group of temples, locally called Kota gullu.
Ghanpur is 62 km from Warangal and 11 km from Ramappa temple.
Pic credit - Wikipedia
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Ganapeshwara aalayam is the main gudi of the Ghanpur group of temples, locally called Kota gullu.
Ghanpur is 62 km from Warangal and 11 km from Ramappa temple.
Pic credit - Wikipedia
Kota gullu are a group of 20 temples. While some are small temples, Ganapeshwara gudi is the major gudi and 2 more temples big sized temples are there. Sadly all are in ruins.
Built during the time of Kakatiya ruler Ganapati Deva, it is of the 11th - 12th century.
Built during the time of Kakatiya ruler Ganapati Deva, it is of the 11th - 12th century.
This place is under ASI and to really restore it, the ASI will have to put in a lot of effort. It is not easy.
Here the temples are not just damaged, but devastated. Apart from the main gudi, the 2 big gudis are destroyed. Even going in is a risky affair, with the ceiling, beams
Here the temples are not just damaged, but devastated. Apart from the main gudi, the 2 big gudis are destroyed. Even going in is a risky affair, with the ceiling, beams
Ramappa temple - Warangal
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Ramappa temple, also called Ramalingeshwara temple is located in Palampet, 76km from Warangal. It was completed in 1213 CE during time of Kakatiya ruler Ganapati Deva & built by General Recharla Rudra.
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Ramappa temple, also called Ramalingeshwara temple is located in Palampet, 76km from Warangal. It was completed in 1213 CE during time of Kakatiya ruler Ganapati Deva & built by General Recharla Rudra.
The main structure is in reddish sandstone and it has brackets of black basalt. It stands on a 6" high star shaped platform.
It is the only temple that is named after its sculptor.
On entering the compound we see a smaller shivalay called Kateshwara gudi is in ruined state.
It is the only temple that is named after its sculptor.
On entering the compound we see a smaller shivalay called Kateshwara gudi is in ruined state.
Inside Nandi and carvings are all damaged.
Yet it must have been beautiful at one time.
Bricks of Ramappa temple float on water, which is unique.
Yet it must have been beautiful at one time.
Bricks of Ramappa temple float on water, which is unique.
Padmakshi temple - Warangal
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Padmakshi temple is an ancient temple built by the Kakatiyas.
Situated on a hillock, it is very near Sri Siddeshwara aalayam.
The steps to go up are a little steep.
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Padmakshi temple is an ancient temple built by the Kakatiyas.
Situated on a hillock, it is very near Sri Siddeshwara aalayam.
The steps to go up are a little steep.
Seeing the board saying that it was the way for darshan, with a little bending we went through the rocks. The way leads to a cavern. On the way we can see stones piled one on top of another by devotees. It is said that devotees pile stones when asking for a particular wish.
Going forward we can see a part of hillock where two small Shivalinga are kept with a Nandi. Beside it looks like a place where homam is done.
Warangal - Ruins of Swayambhu Shivalayam
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When I had planned a trip to Warangal, searching for places to see, I saw that Warangal fort is an important sightseeing place. So I was waiting to see a ruined fort. But when I went to the place called +
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When I had planned a trip to Warangal, searching for places to see, I saw that Warangal fort is an important sightseeing place. So I was waiting to see a ruined fort. But when I went to the place called +
+Warangal fort, I realised that it was that section of the fort where previously a Swayambhu Shivalayam existed and now had relics which were excavated. On 4 sides v can see the famous Kakatiya thoranams, one of which v can c in above pic. Smaller thoranams r also there.
Now coming to the relics which fill us with pride for its sculpture and sorrow for the destruction.
Enlarge each pic if possible.
Enlarge each pic if possible.
Rudreshwara temple - Hanumakonda
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Famously known as 1000 pillar temple, Rudreshwara temple is in Hanumakonda, which is right beside Warangal.
It showcases the famous Kakatiya architecture & was built in 1163 by Rudra Deva 1.
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Famously known as 1000 pillar temple, Rudreshwara temple is in Hanumakonda, which is right beside Warangal.
It showcases the famous Kakatiya architecture & was built in 1163 by Rudra Deva 1.
The temple measures over 31*25m & stands on a platform which is 1 meter above the ground.
The temple is called 1000 pillar temple bcs of the pillars used for the temple. The entire wall of the gudi is made up of pillars which are joined.
The temple is called 1000 pillar temple bcs of the pillars used for the temple. The entire wall of the gudi is made up of pillars which are joined.
It consists of 3 shrines to Shiva, Vishnu and Surya on 3 sides of the Rangamandapam.
While Rudreshwara was having nitya Pooja and well illuminated, I am not too sure about Vishnu and Surya gudis. One was locked, the other not too visible bcs of low lighting.
While Rudreshwara was having nitya Pooja and well illuminated, I am not too sure about Vishnu and Surya gudis. One was locked, the other not too visible bcs of low lighting.
On the eve of Vaikuntha Ekadashi, I am compiling the temples of Sri Vishnu and his avataras that I have visited. Each temple is ancient.
I have made a temple thread on each of these temples.
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I have made a temple thread on each of these temples.
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Toli Tirupati
In East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh is a very ancient temple of Sri Vishnu. He is called Sri Srungara Vallabha Swamy over here.
It is not well known but is thousands of years old.
In East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh is a very ancient temple of Sri Vishnu. He is called Sri Srungara Vallabha Swamy over here.
It is not well known but is thousands of years old.
Korukonda Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy
An ancient temple situated atop a hill in Korukonda in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh is the Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple. The temple on top has some beautiful carvings of Ramayana.
Below the hill is a later gudi of Narasimha
An ancient temple situated atop a hill in Korukonda in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh is the Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple. The temple on top has some beautiful carvings of Ramayana.
Below the hill is a later gudi of Narasimha
Responses to a previous thread prompt me to compile a chronological (atleast initially) account of the impressive scientific & tech developments in the Indian geography. Not Authoritative/Complete by any means though: I'm not a scientist, not a historian #IndianHeritage (1/n)
1st listing for context -
India, Nepal and Pakistan. Earliest dating ~12.5 Million years ago
Fossils of several species of Sivapithecus; closest extant species - Sumatran orangutan, Tapanuli orangutan, Bornean orangutan.
deccanherald.com/national/11-mi…
India, Nepal and Pakistan. Earliest dating ~12.5 Million years ago
Fossils of several species of Sivapithecus; closest extant species - Sumatran orangutan, Tapanuli orangutan, Bornean orangutan.
deccanherald.com/national/11-mi…
Attirampakkam, Tamil Nadu. Earliest dating ~1.5 Million years ago
Lower palaeolithic (Acheulian) culture; stone hand-axes and cleavers
Middle palaeolithic culture; ~380 Thousand years ago; small flake technology
thehindu.com/sci-tech/scien…
Lower palaeolithic (Acheulian) culture; stone hand-axes and cleavers
Middle palaeolithic culture; ~380 Thousand years ago; small flake technology
thehindu.com/sci-tech/scien…
The oldest evidence of counting in India, dating back to the stone age (11,000-8,000 years ago) is the tally marks engraved on a soft white tropical wood cut to look like a dagger or knife. #IndianHeritage #Mathematics
Regularized decimal system of number words to express quantity was well established in Vedic corpus (Rig Veda). #IndianHeritage #Mathematics
One of the classical language of India, Tamil is unmistakably decimal in its number names. But the numbers were non place value with special symbols for 10, 100 e.t.c #IndianHeritage #Mathematics
