Kailashnath Temple at Ellora is one of the most famous marvel in stone. This 8th century temple is one of the true example of sculptural ornamentation and rich craftsmanship of rock-cut architecture.
Designed to resemble Mount Kailash, the abode of Lord Shiva is notable for vertical excavation as carvers started at the top of the original rock, and excavated downward.
Every inch of the temple is carved and there are exceptional carvings even on the roof of the temple. The magnificence of this temple can be seen by climbing the hillock around the temple from which temple was carved.
Designed to resemble Mount Kailash, the abode of Lord Shiva is notable for vertical excavation as carvers started at the top of the original rock, and excavated downward.
Every inch of the temple is carved and there are exceptional carvings even on the roof of the temple. The magnificence of this temple can be seen by climbing the hillock around the temple from which temple was carved.
It never fails to astound me how elaborate the carvings are on these beautiful temples.
ReplyDeleteTemple photos are very nice!
ReplyDeleteSuch an amazing temple and awesome architecture!! Wonderful captures for the day, Rajesh! Hope you and your family have a lovely weekend!
ReplyDeleteWhat a marvelous structure! It's amazing that the carving started at the top of the rock and the carvers worked their way down.
ReplyDeleteOoo - how gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteyou must be very high when you took these photos.
ReplyDeleteStunning!I'm thinking of all the work to make the sculpturing and building. wish I could visit :)
ReplyDeleteInformative post with lovely pictures...
ReplyDeleteWow, this is a very beautiful temple.
ReplyDeleteCool view of the temple. Great shot!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures Rajesh . This is such an important part of our heritage . Thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteNice shots. I just love this temple for the effort and skill that has gone into its chiseling.
ReplyDeleteAmazing! A magnificent find!
ReplyDeleteYour view is breathtaking. You really got a nice shot. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeletethese craftsman must have hands and hearts as hard as stone to do all that.
ReplyDeleteGreat angle shots ~ thanks, carol, xxx
ReplyDeleteNice craftmanship that has endured time.
ReplyDeleteLovely.
Have a nice evening
Mormor
I can't imagine the work that went into that temple. Nice photos and explanation.
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos, awesome place!
ReplyDeleteIncredible detail in those carvings. Love the view in the second photo.
ReplyDeleteGreat pics Rajesh. Truly magnificently marvellous.
ReplyDeletewow, definitely a great view! I was there 2 years ago and due to the rain was not able to go around and take shots from angles.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!.
and to think that all this splendour is single rock cut, amazing!!
ReplyDeleteNice sculpture.
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