Patalapuri Gumpha is located on Udayagiri hill in Orissa. This is of the period Mahameghavahana Chedi dynasty during 1st century B.C.
Rock cut cave consists of four dwelling cells, two at the back and one on either side of the benched veranda. The veranda originally provided with two pilasters and three pillars.
The cave is devoid of sculptural embellishments except the traces of a man on the bracket fighting with a lion and two winged lion on the top of a pillar on its square base.
Rock cut cave consists of four dwelling cells, two at the back and one on either side of the benched veranda. The veranda originally provided with two pilasters and three pillars.
The cave is devoid of sculptural embellishments except the traces of a man on the bracket fighting with a lion and two winged lion on the top of a pillar on its square base.
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I have not been to this place but heard a lot..nice clicks!!
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How lovely.
Wonderful photos of India.Really interesting!Have a nice weekend.
Yet more intriquing and historical buildings ~ great shots for SWF ~ namaste,
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That's a fascinating mason work, similar to Petra, it unbelievable what they was able to work out of rocks in ancient times, for that sites India is a very interesting country.
wonder why the pillar is shaped like this, middle thinning.
Rajesh, I'm wondering who used these dwelling cells? So ancient, it's hard to believe they're still standing.
the carving is spectacular.
Yes, wonderful pictures, I like it, I love that temple!
Love the history of such places
Amazing captures of caves :)
nice lion carvings
You have some of the most interesting sites near you - love it! Mine
An exciting place to explore. If your sons were with you I bet they loved that cave! I would too.
Fascinating place. You seem to be surrounded by so much history.
Interesting perspective Rajesh!
I like the carving of the winged lions.
Admiring the people who made this temple.
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What a great effort ...and what nice pictures :)
Udaygiri caves in Bhubaneswar, Odisha are one of the picturesque caves for Jain monks, who dwelled there in 1st Century BC...truly marvellous that it stands tall even today & admired by one & all...thanks for sharing! :)
In Udaygiri Caves, Bhubaneswar Jain monks dwelled in 1st Century BC! Amazing! Thanks for sharing this! :)
oh beautiful!
Great structure...
Good carving..
Thanks for sharing... :)
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