Thursday, October 18, 2012

Flagstaffs of Ellora

The 8th century,  Kailasha Temple at Ellora  has various interesting structures in the temple complex. The prominent structures in interior courtyard of the temple are Main shrine, Nandi Mantappa, pillars of flagstaff.


The pillars with flagstaff in the courtyard of the temple complex are two in number. They are on either side of the Nandi Mantappa.


The pillars look identical and they are beautifully carved with figures of people and flower motifs.


37 comments:

  1. Stunning, amazing, grand. Thank you.

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  2. Those are beautiful carvings, they're in excellent condition.

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  3. We salute!


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  4. The carvings are very beautiful!

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  5. This flagstaff is unique from any other temples! Beautiful shots and details... Rajesh

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  6. Beautifully sculptured flagstaffs. Thanks for sharing these wonderful pics.

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  7. Incredibly beautiful carvings. As always I am in awe! I enjoyed seeing the tourists in all their brigiht clothing too... and seeing them sitting on the steps below that pillar and carving really puts into perspective how huge the temple is.

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  8. Very interesting and good photos of India,Rajesh!Thank you for your India-travel every week!Have a nice weekend!

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  9. That is a fabulous construction, all kinds of interesting details to appreciate.

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  10. Lovely, pale blue skies and they're the perfect backdrop for Kailasha Temple! Have a great weekend, Rajesh!!

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  11. Those pillars are beautiful!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada

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  12. The pillars are so intricate and beautiful.

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  13. Anonymous09:32

    How very lovely!

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  14. Another detailed structure, beautiful!

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  15. I can't even imagine the work that went into building those magnificent buildings!

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  16. I love that wonderful temple Kailasha. Greetings.

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  17. Very Nice.. I am recollecting my Ellora trip..

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  18. Beautiful photos! Happy sky watching.

    Skywatch

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  19. Beautiful architecture. Also am noticing the sky and the incredibly light blue, almost turquoise colour it has.;)
    Have a great weekend,
    xoxo

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  20. Anonymous20:38

    It must have taken years to carve those rocks.

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  21. Hard rock, perfect, intricate carvings. Such a lovely place!

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  22. Thank you all for appreciating the unique flagstaff in the world.

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  23. You seem to have a knack for finding beautiful architecture!

    Delicate Shadows

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  24. Another amazing structure that has survived the centuries. It is so nice to see the people in the shot. They add so much. genie

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  25. Nice carvings on the flagstaffs. Good shots.

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  26. stunning old heritage structure!

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  27. The carvings are amazing. I played too. Mine are here and here.

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  28. A great serie of photos. So many details to see!
    Well done!

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  29. amazing, who pays for maintenance?

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  30. Thank you all for appreciating this craftsmanship.

    Ann: There is a minimal entry fee for this monuments and they are maintained by ASI (Archaeological Survey of India) a government body.

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  31. Amazing Photos Raj thanks for sharing this to us. I'm your new follower.

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  32. Anonymous17:36

    Indeed amazing Architecture...

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  33. Nice details Rajesh!
    Plan to visit sometime! :)

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  34. I love those beautiful carvings !

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  35. Anonymous00:35

    Have never been to this place ,have added it to my must-visit places ....striking pictures

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  36. Awesome clicks! :) :)
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