Mamallapuram
Mamallapuram (State: Tamil Nadu) located at a distance of 56kms from state capital is known for its ancient shrines. This is also known as Mahabalipuram. The history of city dates back to the 7th - 9th century when Pallava dynasty ruled the place.
The temples of the city portray the events described in the Hindu epic Mahabharata. Majority of thee monuments are rock-cut and monolithic. The style of architecture is Dravidian with influences of Buddhist elements. The sculptures are excellent examples of Pallava art.
The important attractions are:
The historic monuments here are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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I'm wondering what that big square cutout is in that first statue - there's got to be a specific story behind it. Anyway, great shots.
ReplyDeleteWonderful.I like that huge rock picture.
ReplyDeleteWow your son is so strong to lift up the huge rock hahaha. Nice post.
ReplyDeletea very evocative place that deserves the promotion of UNESCO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteseems like u visited here with family...hope u had gud time...even we enjoyed every nooks and corners there...thz something like a treasure for art lovers...
ReplyDeleteLiked the change in u r template Rajesh! Our ancestors came from this town. It’s close to our heart and often visited by us. It’s been sometime visited the shore temple which is more significant of everything.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots! The kids seemed to like to sit there and have their photo taken. Happy sky watching!
ReplyDeleteLiz @ A Simple Life
Lovely temples and your beautiful skies are the perfect backdrop! Wonderful captures, Rajesh! Hope you have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteSylvia
Very interesting place. I love the statue in the first shot.
ReplyDeleteI am constantly floored by the carvings!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
ReplyDeleteSome very nice skies with your photos, Rajesh, but the two children are the best part, of course.
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Kay, Alberta, Canada
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another lovely post. it's nice that you can climb onto those things, but wouldn't that cause a lot of wear and tear?
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful world for children to invent one thousands and one stories! The magic, the mistery, the unknown. Such a great blog you have...
ReplyDeleteLove the photos! Nice!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day!
So many interesting places to see in India! You live in such a rich-in-history environment!
ReplyDeleteI appreciate seeing the temples. I love seeing your kids (?) in the photos.
ReplyDeleteAwesome shots of the monuments, Lovely photos, Rajesh! Thanks for sharing and happy skywatching!
ReplyDeleteWow that rock is amazing!! What does that square on the chest of the lion mean? Great shot Rajesh!
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Hi Rajesh, More interesting shrines and temples. Impressive that they were built so long ago. Have a great weekend. Mickie :)
ReplyDeleteI just love that great whatever it is with the square hole in it's belly. Beautiful sculptures.
ReplyDeleteI have been to Mamallapuram several times and liked the place very much. Wonderful post with lovely pictures specially the big stone lying in a tip is just incredible.
ReplyDeletebeautiful images and i like new look of your blog!
ReplyDeleteThe collage, very well made.
ReplyDeleteNice rock craving here.
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Wonderful historic place... and what a cute kid!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a great place to visit. Is there a reason for the square box cut into the first sculpture? Thanks for sharing with SWF
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this place with us, Rajesh. I'm fascinated by that statue.
ReplyDeleteThank you. In the square cutout, there is image of Goddess. I will soon cover each of these places in much more detail.
ReplyDeleteLove the big boulder! Awesome shots.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to seeing more of this interesting city. But I have a question about your first picture. Is something missing from the statue? It looks as if there might have been something in the square enclosure.
ReplyDeleteVery cool!
ReplyDeleteI Remember this rock
ReplyDeleteThe Pancha pandav temples were being washed away by the Sea. I hope they are still there
Very nice post and photos, too.
ReplyDeleteRegards!
Very lovely....I always enjoy the culture of others in the world. You've given us a taste of yours and it was enjoyable to view.
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Hope your weekend is treating you well!!
Wonderful!
ReplyDeleteOnce again you have given us fabulous temples filled with the beauty of that period. The skies are gorgeous, too. Wonderful collection of shots this week. Genie
ReplyDeleteGreat photos! Especially the one with that huge rock. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you!! The pictures are grand. What beautiful children! Wishing you well! Cathy
ReplyDeleteDefinitely worth visiting. Thx for sharing the lovely pic.
ReplyDeleteSo Pretty!
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did a block fall off the chest of the statue?
ReplyDeleteThank you for appreciating this wonderful architecture.
ReplyDeleteWonderful collage, the first pic is very cute!!
ReplyDeletewonderful pics ... the big stone picture is nice one ...
ReplyDeleteAmazing pics, the huge rock one is the best :)
ReplyDeleteI have been to Mahabalipuram so many times & yet every time it fascinates me again..enjoyed this
ReplyDeleteit remind my last visit to Mahabalipuram. very beautiful photos
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful pictures revealing the greatness of Mahabalipuram
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ReplyDeletei have just come back from a visit to this place :)
Beautiful pics..There is poetry in stones..
ReplyDeleteThank you all for the appreciation.
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