Karla Caves in Lonavala are rock cut Buddhist caves standing magnificently on Mumbai Pune highway
On way to Karla Caves, I do not know the name of these birds.
I dont know how and why Godess Ekvira appeared in front of these caves.
The national emblem on the top of pillar (authentication)
The places related to Buddha bears the same design and pattern whether it is Sanchi, Ajanta Caves, Bhaje caves or Karla Caves. This pattern is missing in Leh.
Carved figures adorn the entrance of caves.
Here again it bears the same pattern of dress an headgears which is found in Era of Buddha or Ashoka.
Imaculatly carved figures
This Prayer Hall in the caves is the master pieces of architecture. This prayer hall is considered to be the largest in the country and well preserved.
The wooden planks in the ceilings date back to 2500 years.
It is the most astounding feature of caves and one wonders about the life of wood.
No traces of ageing is found.....indeed wonderful
The ceiling of the cave is supported by these strong pillars.
These small cubicles are the vihars on the first floor of the caves.
On entry of these cave one can find a Ekvira Temple.
The place is thronged by locals for the reason of this temple only.
Our country was so rich technically in that era,
it gives a feeling of pride.
How they have created such master pieces is really wonder ful.
Are we able to create such wonders in today's times.
Hmm
ReplyDeleteThe wonder that was India :)