The Cave No. 17 at Ellora is a Hindu Cave that is constructed between 6th and 8th century during the period of Kalchuri dynasty.
The cave appears to have two parts because of it's centrally located steps. Though the cave is incomplete, the sculptural work in this cave is marvelous.
The entrance to the cave with feminine figures on the the pillars is noteworthy.
The interior space is filled with eight huge pillars, disposed in two equally spaced groups of four on either side of a widened central space leading to the shrine.
Shiva's consort Durga sits to the right of the main mandapa, triumphing over the buffalo demon. She holds the trident, the sword, and the chakra.
Ganesha is on the left of the main mandapa with a cobra around his waist and holding his axe, a rosary, and a flower, while consuming laddus. Below Ganesa are music-making dwarfs, that at the right with a stringed instrument, while the other, painfully constricted, playing cymbals.
Emphasis on female figures in the cave is most obvious from the female brackets. These figures, with their attendants, both standing and flying, line the axis of the cave.
The cave appears to have two parts because of it's centrally located steps. Though the cave is incomplete, the sculptural work in this cave is marvelous.
The entrance to the cave with feminine figures on the the pillars is noteworthy.
The interior space is filled with eight huge pillars, disposed in two equally spaced groups of four on either side of a widened central space leading to the shrine.
Shiva's consort Durga sits to the right of the main mandapa, triumphing over the buffalo demon. She holds the trident, the sword, and the chakra.
Ganesha is on the left of the main mandapa with a cobra around his waist and holding his axe, a rosary, and a flower, while consuming laddus. Below Ganesa are music-making dwarfs, that at the right with a stringed instrument, while the other, painfully constricted, playing cymbals.
Emphasis on female figures in the cave is most obvious from the female brackets. These figures, with their attendants, both standing and flying, line the axis of the cave.
Wow amazing!!
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Nice one Rajesh. This place is my wish list. Lets see when will I visit
ReplyDeleteFantastic...Have been there so the pics made me nostalgic.Great shots, Rajesh!
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ReplyDeleteAmazing shrine. The details on the carvings are beautiful. Wonderful photos, Rajesh!
ReplyDeleteNice post with lovely captures.
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This cave seems interesting to check! Marvelous indeed.
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ReplyDeleteYou do share the most amazing and awesome parts of your world, Rajesh!! I always look forward to your posts!! This one is a great example!! Hope you have a good week!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful carvings!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
ReplyDeleteThey are indeed wonderful. As always I marvel at how they have withstood erosion and remain as wonderful as when they were carved.
ReplyDeleteI am fascinated by the caves you show us. This is another great one.
ReplyDeleteI only got to see Ajanta. Really nice to see some pictures from Ellora. I hope these caves stay intact forever.
ReplyDeleteAmazing!
ReplyDeleteLighting is very good, great shots!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful! Beautiful carvings.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely wonderful Rajesh! I love your photos very much!
ReplyDeleteWonderful pics. Have a fabulous week!
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My goodness, but these are incredible. You wouldn't realize this is all inside by looking from the outside.
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So much history and so lovely.
ReplyDeletewhat an amazing cave. the attention to detail is wonderful.
ReplyDeleteAmazing places.
ReplyDeletejust can't find such marvels anywhere as impressive near here
ReplyDeleteROG, ABC Wednesday team
These carvings are magnificent. Thanks for sharing this site with us.
ReplyDeleteAnother marvel of human engineering and skill from long ago. Amazing!
ReplyDeleteAlways fascinating to visit ~ Fantastic photography!
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Looking at it from the distance of the first photo I would never have imagined that there were such treasures inside.
ReplyDeleteWaiting to go there! Nice details Rajesh!
ReplyDeleteThank you all for appreciating the grand craftsmanship.
ReplyDeleteEnchanting.
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Durga is cool
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a nice photo journey for me....
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Yes, I like that certainly impressive cave, a marvel of art.
ReplyDeletewow that is an amazing place to visit, thanks for taking us on tour with you and sharing so much about the region
ReplyDeleteAmazing place! Would love to visit this someday! :)
ReplyDeleteAlways so much to see in your photos! Great shots.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful details.
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Wow, hos amazing! Never been there! Thanks for showing me. Have to come back to India son. It's been 20 years since I was there....
ReplyDeleteI never cease to be amazed by the incredible treasures in India. I hope to see this one someday. I pray I get back to India this year.
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amazing creations, visiting from MMY
ReplyDeleteLoved the Ganesha Carving
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