In Mumbai, there are more than 100 caves at Kanheri of which many of them have beautiful carvings. One of the interesting cave among them is Cave No. 2.
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The cave consists of a vihara and three stupas that are in separate chambers. Interestingly these chambers are separated from the viharas. This cave dates between to 5th – 6th centuries A.D.
Out of the three Stupas, the third Stupa has an elaborate sculptures around it that are carved inside the niche.
On the left side wall are six large panels at the bottom and above these are eight small panels.
There is a large panel at the end which equals to the height of adjacent small and large panel. Buddha seated with pendant legs and in teaching posture is the common motif appearing in all these panels.
There are two panels, one above another, at the end of this wall.
The cave consists of a vihara and three stupas that are in separate chambers. Interestingly these chambers are separated from the viharas. This cave dates between to 5th – 6th centuries A.D.
Out of the three Stupas, the third Stupa has an elaborate sculptures around it that are carved inside the niche.
On the left side wall are six large panels at the bottom and above these are eight small panels.
There is a large panel at the end which equals to the height of adjacent small and large panel. Buddha seated with pendant legs and in teaching posture is the common motif appearing in all these panels.
There are two panels, one above another, at the end of this wall.
Beautiful photos :)I love to visit there in rainy season. There is a waterfall near Kanheri caves.
ReplyDeleteGreat post and excellent detail inside the cave! I never know there are 100 caves in Mumbai... Nice to discover in your blog
ReplyDeleteBeautiful snaps. The last one looks like Trombay Atomic power plant!
ReplyDeleteGreat construction, when I see all your places, I think I have to go to India again.
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos of the caves, the carvings are amazing. Have a happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteincredible. i hope they get preserved well for the next generation.
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed how you photographed both panels.
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History is so important for what we are now.
ReplyDeleteAmazing... and to think these date back to 5th century AD!!
ReplyDeleteSuch amazing caves!
ReplyDeleteWow, awesome cave. Makes me wondering how people made it.
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It would be interesting to know the story behind the sculptures. They certainly point to something more.
ReplyDeleteWe use to go and see Kanheri stup.
ReplyDeleteNice to see Kanheri Stupa.
ReplyDeleteYes , that place is gorgeous ! Great photos!
ReplyDeleteWow! Those wall carvings are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting looking cave.
ReplyDeleteFascinating post and photography ~ namaste,
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Great photos. I'd love to visit Kanheri next time I'm in Mumbai. How easy is it to get there? Enjoyed your blog.
ReplyDeleteKalpana: It is in Sanjay Gandhi National Park and is very well connected.
ReplyDeleteAmazing use of the rock available to create these extraordinary structures. Fascinating detail.
ReplyDeletewonderfull caves decored,greeting from Belgium
ReplyDeleteWhat interesting and detailed carvings. They are simply amazing.
ReplyDeleteWow! Brilliant capture :)
ReplyDeletebeautiful pictures!
ReplyDeleteFantastic photos!
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos of the caves, the carvings are amazing.Thnx for sharing
ReplyDeletebeautiful pictures from a majestic cave !
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