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1) The document summarizes an inscription from Sarnath dating to the 3rd year of the reign of Kanishka, which records the erection of a statue of the Bodhisattva.
2) It was erected by the monk Bala, a master of the Tripitaka, with funding provided by the satraps Kharapallana and Vanaspara, who ruled the eastern territories of Kanishka's large empire.
3) The inscription provides an early dated example of the artistic style of Mathura, which had influence from earlier Yaksha statues but was a distinctive Kushan style that differed from the Greco-Buddhist art of Gandhara.
This presentation providing basic information regarding the Gomteshwar statue of Sharavanbelgola, Karnataka. it is prepared for BA 1st year students of Vocational Courses.
Borobudur is a 9th century Mahayana Buddhist temple located in Indonesia. It consists of nine stacked platforms topped by a central dome, decorated with over 500 Buddha statues and 2,672 relief panels. The temple was hidden for centuries before being rediscovered in 1814. It was built in the 8th-9th centuries during the reign of the Shailendra dynasty and took 75 years to complete. Borobudur's layout and symbolism represent Buddhist cosmology. It faced threats from natural disasters and was restored in a major international project in the 1970s.
The PPP is for the students of UG and PG only. Not for my API.
For more pics of Chola period-
https://www.clevelandart.org/art/collection/search?i=1&search=chola
The Gupta Empire ruled northern India between 320-600 CE. It was a time of political stability and economic prosperity, considered a golden age of Hindu culture. The empire expanded under rulers like Samudragupta and Chandragupta II to control most of the subcontinent. Architecture flourished with the construction of ornate Hindu temples in brick and stone. Sculpture and paintings at sites like Ajanta depicted scenes from Hindu epics and myths. Scholars like Aryabhata and Kalidasa also thrived during this period of learning and cultural achievements.
1) The document summarizes an inscription from Sarnath dating to the 3rd year of the reign of Kanishka, which records the erection of a statue of the Bodhisattva.
2) It was erected by the monk Bala, a master of the Tripitaka, with funding provided by the satraps Kharapallana and Vanaspara, who ruled the eastern territories of Kanishka's large empire.
3) The inscription provides an early dated example of the artistic style of Mathura, which had influence from earlier Yaksha statues but was a distinctive Kushan style that differed from the Greco-Buddhist art of Gandhara.
This presentation providing basic information regarding the Gomteshwar statue of Sharavanbelgola, Karnataka. it is prepared for BA 1st year students of Vocational Courses.
Borobudur is a 9th century Mahayana Buddhist temple located in Indonesia. It consists of nine stacked platforms topped by a central dome, decorated with over 500 Buddha statues and 2,672 relief panels. The temple was hidden for centuries before being rediscovered in 1814. It was built in the 8th-9th centuries during the reign of the Shailendra dynasty and took 75 years to complete. Borobudur's layout and symbolism represent Buddhist cosmology. It faced threats from natural disasters and was restored in a major international project in the 1970s.
The PPP is for the students of UG and PG only. Not for my API.
For more pics of Chola period-
https://www.clevelandart.org/art/collection/search?i=1&search=chola
The Gupta Empire ruled northern India between 320-600 CE. It was a time of political stability and economic prosperity, considered a golden age of Hindu culture. The empire expanded under rulers like Samudragupta and Chandragupta II to control most of the subcontinent. Architecture flourished with the construction of ornate Hindu temples in brick and stone. Sculpture and paintings at sites like Ajanta depicted scenes from Hindu epics and myths. Scholars like Aryabhata and Kalidasa also thrived during this period of learning and cultural achievements.
The Bagh Caves are a group of nine rock-cut monuments, situated among the southern slopes of the Vindhyas in Bagh town of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh state in central India. These monuments are located at a distance of 97 km from Dhar town. The presentation was prepared for the P.G. students of AIHC and Archaeology Department in the year 2018. The site was visited by me along with my batch during Institute Of Archaeology times in the year 2009.
Bali Besakih Temple is located in Bali, Indonesia and is considered the most important, largest and holiest Hindu temple in Bali. It is located on the slopes of Mount Agung. The temple complex consists of over 23 separate temples with the main temple, Pura Penataran Agung, located at the top of the slope. Bali Besakih Temple is an important pilgrimage site and considered the "Mother Temple" where Balinese Hindus go to celebrate important religious ceremonies. It is an impressive complex built into the hillside that gives visitors insight into Balinese Hindu culture and architecture.
This document provides information on several important architectural and religious sites in India. It discusses the Ajanta and Ellora Caves in Maharashtra, known for Buddhist, Hindu and Jain cave temples and monuments. It also mentions the Iron Pillar in Delhi that has not rusted after 1600 years, the Gol Gumbaz dome in Bijapur that is second largest in the world, the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth called the Mettanchery Synagogue in Kerala, and the Kamakhya Temple in Assam associated with the story of Sati. It briefly describes the St. Thomas Basilica built over the tomb of St. Thomas in Chennai and the towers of silence used by Zoroast
The Ajanta Caves (Ajiṇṭhā leni; Marathi: अजिंठा लेणी) in Maharashtra, India are 31 rock-cut cave monuments which date from the 2nd century BC. The caves include paintings and sculptures considered to be masterpieces of both Buddhist religious art (which depict the Jataka tales) as well as frescos which are reminiscent of the Sigiriya paintings in Sri Lanka. The caves were built in two phases starting around 200 BC, with the second group of caves built around 600 AD.
This presentation is prepared for the BA students to get basic information on Archaeological Museum of Sarnath. This presentation is incomplete and students are advised to get the further and proper information from subjective books and recommended research article.
Jain architecture does not have a distinct style of its own. Jain temples adopted local building traditions, following Vaisnava styles in North India and Dravidian styles in South India. Some characteristics include being 'four-faced' with an entrance portico and columns arranged in an octagonal shape within a square. Domes are built in concentric rings and topped with ornamental elements. Important examples include the Dilwara Jain temples at Mount Abu with intricate marble carvings and the colossal Gomateshwara statue at Shravanabelagola.
The document provides information on the history and architecture of Buddhism. It discusses how Buddhism was started by Siddhartha Gautama in the 6th century BCE and how the Mauryan king Ashoka embraced Buddhism after the Kalinga war and established it as the state religion. It describes some key architectural features associated with Buddhism like the Ashoka pillars with four lions that were erected by Ashoka to spread Buddhist teachings. The document also discusses the development of stupas and monasteries under Ashoka's patronage and the emergence of Mahayana Buddhism. It provides details on important Buddhist sites like Sanchi, Sarnath, Taxila and the Bamiyan Buddhas in Afghanistan.
Buddhist art and architecture made substantial contributions to Indian culture in the form of stupas, viharas, chaityas, and sthambas. The Great Stupa at Sanchi is one of the best preserved examples, with an elaborate southern gateway containing carved pillars, elephants, and dwarves. Viharas were monasteries built of brick or rock that usually had a prayer hall and cells for monks. Chaitya halls were places of worship that contained a stupa. Ashoka pillars had religious symbols and the famous lion capital from Sarnath is a peak of Mauryan sculpture. The Ajanta caves contain finely painted temples and monasteries carved into rock cliffs in the 2nd
The document summarizes an inscription found at Rummindei (also known as Pāḍariyā) in Nepal, discussing debates around its authenticity and interpretations. Key points:
- The inscription was discovered in 1896 and is attributed to the Mauryan emperor Ashoka, though some scholars argue it is a later forgery.
- Issues raised around its authenticity include inconsistencies with Ashoka's other edicts, advanced carving techniques, and allegations of fraud against the discoverer.
- Alternative interpretations argue the inscription may not refer to Lumbini as Buddha's birthplace, given the location of other places mentioned. The exact meaning of some terms is also debated.
This document summarizes important artworks from several regions in India and Asia between 2600 BCE to the 13th century CE. It describes sculptures, reliefs, and architecture from the Indus civilization as well as Buddhist, Hindu, Javanese, Khmer, and Sri Lankan artistic traditions. Major sites and works mentioned include the Great Bath at Mohenjo-daro, the Lion Capital of Ashoka at Sarnath, temples like the Great Stupa at Sanchi and the Chaitya Hall at Karle, Gandharan sculptures depicting the life of the Buddha, cave paintings at Ajanta, the towering Buddhas of Bamayan in Afghanistan, the Shiva sculpture at Elephanta, the erotic
The Pala Empire ruled eastern India from the 8th to 12th centuries CE and produced sculptures in the Pala style. Pala sculptures derived from late Gupta styles but developed their own distinctive features, including circular faces, broad shoulders, rigid posture, and elaborate ornamentation. Subjects included Buddhist, Brahmanical, and Jain deities. Over time, Pala sculptures became more elongated and ornate, with emphasis on detailed costumes and backgrounds. The sculptures demonstrate the evolution of the Pala artistic tradition across different periods of the empire's rule.
The stone age remainings in Kerala is pretty interesting artefacts to all archaeologists in the world. The reality is still the research on it didn't done properly and the full history of ancient civilization in Kerala is unknown. Some of the sites like Edakkal Caves, Muniyaras or dolmens in Marayur are preserved well here in Kerala for tourism purpose only. See the slide show of these interesting spots in Kerala.
The document provides information about the Ajanta and Ellora caves located in Maharashtra, India. It discusses the Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain caves found at both sites, describing some of the most prominent ones. The Ajanta caves contain paintings depicting Buddha's life and the Ellora caves feature elaborate carvings of Hindu gods as well as the impressive Kailasanatha Temple carved out of solid rock. Both sites provide historical insights into religion and art from ancient India.
The Ajanta Caves are located near Aurangabad, India and contain ancient Buddhist cave monuments and paintings dating between the 2nd century BCE to 650 CE. The caves were excavated into the side of a cliff and include viharas (halls) for living and worship as well as chaitya halls with stupas as the focus. The caves underwent two periods of development, with an early group under the Satavahana dynasty containing simple caves emphasizing stupas, and a later group under the Vakataka dynasty containing more elaborate caves and sculptures depicting Buddha. The caves were rediscovered in 1819 and their paintings, seen as some of the finest surviving examples of
The Ajanta and Ellora caves near Aurangabad, Maharashtra are famous historic sites known for cave paintings and sculptures from the 2nd century BC to 7th century AD depicting Buddhist art and the life of Buddha. The Ajanta caves contain significant frescoes painted in a style that traces the development of painting during that period, most representing Jataka tales or Buddha's life. The Ellora caves also feature sculptures showing the kinship of all living things, an important part of Buddhism. Both sites provide insight into art and religion in ancient India.
The document discusses Mauryan art and architecture under the patronage of the Mauryan rulers from the 4th century BCE. It details the various architectural works like palaces described as magnificent structures and pillars that served as symbols of the empire and carried edicts of Ashoka. Stupas that were burial mounds for Buddha are described along with examples like Sanchi Stupa. Cave architecture is mentioned as living quarters for monks. Sculptures during this period moved from symbols to depictions of Buddha in various mudras or symbolic hand gestures.
Dazu Rock Carvings are located in Chongqing, China and feature over 50,000 Buddhist statues carved into cliff faces between the 7th-13th centuries. The carvings flourished from the late Tang to Southern Song dynasties and represent the peak of Chinese cave art. They were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1999 for their scale, exquisite craftsmanship, diverse subjects, and well-preserved condition despite being carved 800-1000 years ago.
The document summarizes three important archaeological sites in India - Ellora Caves, Elephanta Caves, and Badami Caves. It provides background information on when each site was constructed, the religious affiliations of the caves, and notes that both Ellora and Elephanta Caves are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The document also discusses conservation measures taken at each site such as monitoring environmental impacts, restoration efforts, and preventing deterioration.
The document summarizes the art of Odisha/Kalinga from 700-1300 CE, which was dominated by Buddhist and Jain influences. It describes key architectural sites from this period including rock cut caves and structures at Udayagiri and Khandagiri that were built by King Kharvela for Jain ascetics. Monastery complexes and stupas from the Buddhist period are discussed at sites such as Ratnagiri, Lalitgiri, Langudi, and Pushpagiri. Important sculptures of Buddhist and Jain figures are also noted.
The document is a 20 question Indian history quiz covering various empires, rulers, and events from ancient and medieval India. It includes multiple choice and fill-in-the-blank questions testing knowledge of important figures like Chandragupta Maurya, Raja Raja Chola, the authors of literary works like the Meghadootam, and other significant time periods, places, and people from Indian history.
This document contains 5 rounds of trivia questions and answers about topics in Indian history, mythology, and government. Each round has 4 multiple choice questions covering various people, places, and events from ancient Indian civilizations, Indian mythology, locations in Delhi known for food, historical figures from Mughal-era India, and provisions of the Indian constitution. The questions test knowledge about Mesopotamian and Indus Valley civilizations, important figures from Egyptian and Indian history, landmarks in Delhi, characters and stories from Hindu mythology, merchants and food from Mughal India, and details about the Indian political system.
The Bagh Caves are a group of nine rock-cut monuments, situated among the southern slopes of the Vindhyas in Bagh town of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh state in central India. These monuments are located at a distance of 97 km from Dhar town. The presentation was prepared for the P.G. students of AIHC and Archaeology Department in the year 2018. The site was visited by me along with my batch during Institute Of Archaeology times in the year 2009.
Bali Besakih Temple is located in Bali, Indonesia and is considered the most important, largest and holiest Hindu temple in Bali. It is located on the slopes of Mount Agung. The temple complex consists of over 23 separate temples with the main temple, Pura Penataran Agung, located at the top of the slope. Bali Besakih Temple is an important pilgrimage site and considered the "Mother Temple" where Balinese Hindus go to celebrate important religious ceremonies. It is an impressive complex built into the hillside that gives visitors insight into Balinese Hindu culture and architecture.
This document provides information on several important architectural and religious sites in India. It discusses the Ajanta and Ellora Caves in Maharashtra, known for Buddhist, Hindu and Jain cave temples and monuments. It also mentions the Iron Pillar in Delhi that has not rusted after 1600 years, the Gol Gumbaz dome in Bijapur that is second largest in the world, the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth called the Mettanchery Synagogue in Kerala, and the Kamakhya Temple in Assam associated with the story of Sati. It briefly describes the St. Thomas Basilica built over the tomb of St. Thomas in Chennai and the towers of silence used by Zoroast
The Ajanta Caves (Ajiṇṭhā leni; Marathi: अजिंठा लेणी) in Maharashtra, India are 31 rock-cut cave monuments which date from the 2nd century BC. The caves include paintings and sculptures considered to be masterpieces of both Buddhist religious art (which depict the Jataka tales) as well as frescos which are reminiscent of the Sigiriya paintings in Sri Lanka. The caves were built in two phases starting around 200 BC, with the second group of caves built around 600 AD.
This presentation is prepared for the BA students to get basic information on Archaeological Museum of Sarnath. This presentation is incomplete and students are advised to get the further and proper information from subjective books and recommended research article.
Jain architecture does not have a distinct style of its own. Jain temples adopted local building traditions, following Vaisnava styles in North India and Dravidian styles in South India. Some characteristics include being 'four-faced' with an entrance portico and columns arranged in an octagonal shape within a square. Domes are built in concentric rings and topped with ornamental elements. Important examples include the Dilwara Jain temples at Mount Abu with intricate marble carvings and the colossal Gomateshwara statue at Shravanabelagola.
The document provides information on the history and architecture of Buddhism. It discusses how Buddhism was started by Siddhartha Gautama in the 6th century BCE and how the Mauryan king Ashoka embraced Buddhism after the Kalinga war and established it as the state religion. It describes some key architectural features associated with Buddhism like the Ashoka pillars with four lions that were erected by Ashoka to spread Buddhist teachings. The document also discusses the development of stupas and monasteries under Ashoka's patronage and the emergence of Mahayana Buddhism. It provides details on important Buddhist sites like Sanchi, Sarnath, Taxila and the Bamiyan Buddhas in Afghanistan.
Buddhist art and architecture made substantial contributions to Indian culture in the form of stupas, viharas, chaityas, and sthambas. The Great Stupa at Sanchi is one of the best preserved examples, with an elaborate southern gateway containing carved pillars, elephants, and dwarves. Viharas were monasteries built of brick or rock that usually had a prayer hall and cells for monks. Chaitya halls were places of worship that contained a stupa. Ashoka pillars had religious symbols and the famous lion capital from Sarnath is a peak of Mauryan sculpture. The Ajanta caves contain finely painted temples and monasteries carved into rock cliffs in the 2nd
The document summarizes an inscription found at Rummindei (also known as Pāḍariyā) in Nepal, discussing debates around its authenticity and interpretations. Key points:
- The inscription was discovered in 1896 and is attributed to the Mauryan emperor Ashoka, though some scholars argue it is a later forgery.
- Issues raised around its authenticity include inconsistencies with Ashoka's other edicts, advanced carving techniques, and allegations of fraud against the discoverer.
- Alternative interpretations argue the inscription may not refer to Lumbini as Buddha's birthplace, given the location of other places mentioned. The exact meaning of some terms is also debated.
This document summarizes important artworks from several regions in India and Asia between 2600 BCE to the 13th century CE. It describes sculptures, reliefs, and architecture from the Indus civilization as well as Buddhist, Hindu, Javanese, Khmer, and Sri Lankan artistic traditions. Major sites and works mentioned include the Great Bath at Mohenjo-daro, the Lion Capital of Ashoka at Sarnath, temples like the Great Stupa at Sanchi and the Chaitya Hall at Karle, Gandharan sculptures depicting the life of the Buddha, cave paintings at Ajanta, the towering Buddhas of Bamayan in Afghanistan, the Shiva sculpture at Elephanta, the erotic
The Pala Empire ruled eastern India from the 8th to 12th centuries CE and produced sculptures in the Pala style. Pala sculptures derived from late Gupta styles but developed their own distinctive features, including circular faces, broad shoulders, rigid posture, and elaborate ornamentation. Subjects included Buddhist, Brahmanical, and Jain deities. Over time, Pala sculptures became more elongated and ornate, with emphasis on detailed costumes and backgrounds. The sculptures demonstrate the evolution of the Pala artistic tradition across different periods of the empire's rule.
The stone age remainings in Kerala is pretty interesting artefacts to all archaeologists in the world. The reality is still the research on it didn't done properly and the full history of ancient civilization in Kerala is unknown. Some of the sites like Edakkal Caves, Muniyaras or dolmens in Marayur are preserved well here in Kerala for tourism purpose only. See the slide show of these interesting spots in Kerala.
The document provides information about the Ajanta and Ellora caves located in Maharashtra, India. It discusses the Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain caves found at both sites, describing some of the most prominent ones. The Ajanta caves contain paintings depicting Buddha's life and the Ellora caves feature elaborate carvings of Hindu gods as well as the impressive Kailasanatha Temple carved out of solid rock. Both sites provide historical insights into religion and art from ancient India.
The Ajanta Caves are located near Aurangabad, India and contain ancient Buddhist cave monuments and paintings dating between the 2nd century BCE to 650 CE. The caves were excavated into the side of a cliff and include viharas (halls) for living and worship as well as chaitya halls with stupas as the focus. The caves underwent two periods of development, with an early group under the Satavahana dynasty containing simple caves emphasizing stupas, and a later group under the Vakataka dynasty containing more elaborate caves and sculptures depicting Buddha. The caves were rediscovered in 1819 and their paintings, seen as some of the finest surviving examples of
The Ajanta and Ellora caves near Aurangabad, Maharashtra are famous historic sites known for cave paintings and sculptures from the 2nd century BC to 7th century AD depicting Buddhist art and the life of Buddha. The Ajanta caves contain significant frescoes painted in a style that traces the development of painting during that period, most representing Jataka tales or Buddha's life. The Ellora caves also feature sculptures showing the kinship of all living things, an important part of Buddhism. Both sites provide insight into art and religion in ancient India.
The document discusses Mauryan art and architecture under the patronage of the Mauryan rulers from the 4th century BCE. It details the various architectural works like palaces described as magnificent structures and pillars that served as symbols of the empire and carried edicts of Ashoka. Stupas that were burial mounds for Buddha are described along with examples like Sanchi Stupa. Cave architecture is mentioned as living quarters for monks. Sculptures during this period moved from symbols to depictions of Buddha in various mudras or symbolic hand gestures.
Dazu Rock Carvings are located in Chongqing, China and feature over 50,000 Buddhist statues carved into cliff faces between the 7th-13th centuries. The carvings flourished from the late Tang to Southern Song dynasties and represent the peak of Chinese cave art. They were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1999 for their scale, exquisite craftsmanship, diverse subjects, and well-preserved condition despite being carved 800-1000 years ago.
The document summarizes three important archaeological sites in India - Ellora Caves, Elephanta Caves, and Badami Caves. It provides background information on when each site was constructed, the religious affiliations of the caves, and notes that both Ellora and Elephanta Caves are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The document also discusses conservation measures taken at each site such as monitoring environmental impacts, restoration efforts, and preventing deterioration.
The document summarizes the art of Odisha/Kalinga from 700-1300 CE, which was dominated by Buddhist and Jain influences. It describes key architectural sites from this period including rock cut caves and structures at Udayagiri and Khandagiri that were built by King Kharvela for Jain ascetics. Monastery complexes and stupas from the Buddhist period are discussed at sites such as Ratnagiri, Lalitgiri, Langudi, and Pushpagiri. Important sculptures of Buddhist and Jain figures are also noted.
The document is a 20 question Indian history quiz covering various empires, rulers, and events from ancient and medieval India. It includes multiple choice and fill-in-the-blank questions testing knowledge of important figures like Chandragupta Maurya, Raja Raja Chola, the authors of literary works like the Meghadootam, and other significant time periods, places, and people from Indian history.
This document contains 5 rounds of trivia questions and answers about topics in Indian history, mythology, and government. Each round has 4 multiple choice questions covering various people, places, and events from ancient Indian civilizations, Indian mythology, locations in Delhi known for food, historical figures from Mughal-era India, and provisions of the Indian constitution. The questions test knowledge about Mesopotamian and Indus Valley civilizations, important figures from Egyptian and Indian history, landmarks in Delhi, characters and stories from Hindu mythology, merchants and food from Mughal India, and details about the Indian political system.
The document contains a history quiz with multiple choice questions about important events and figures in Spanish and European history. Some of the questions covered include: which king created the Spanish Armada, the year of Spain's independence war, the last absolutist king of Spain, the year the 13 colonies declared independence, the years of World War 1, the year of the Vienna Congress, when the French Revolution started, the countries that signed the Treaty of Tordesillas in 1494, and the year America was discovered. The quiz is testing knowledge about the timeline of these significant historical events through multiple choice questions.
This document contains a quiz with 20 multiple choice questions related to people, places, and events in India. The questions cover topics like Nobel Peace Prize winner Kailash Satyarthi, ISKCON, the Guru Granth Sahib, actor Ben Kingsley's birth name, Nirma washing powder, Asaram Bapu, Ranjit Singhji in a photograph, the currency of Goa, Gattu cartoon character created by RK Laxman, Nicobar Islands, the word "Kamina", the head of state called the President, the TV show "Chintu ki Mummy", the origin of Mysore Pak sweet, the Mumbai "Dabbawallas" t
1. The quiz was hosted by Quiz Club of IIT Kanpur and included questions about logos, organizations, literature, history and current events.
2. One question was about the logo of Chennai Super Kings cricket team and another asked about identifying Dhirubhai Ambani and the unauthorized biography written about him.
3. Other questions tested knowledge about the National Cadet Corps, Dalda ghee advertising campaign, Jallikattu bull taming sport, and films inspired by real events.
AsiaSweep 2013 - The Arun Veembur Memorial QuizNavin Rajaram
The document provides the rules and questions for the Arun Veembur Memorial Quiz held as part of ASIASWEEP 2013. It contains 5 rounds with a total of 141 possible points. Round 1 has 25 one-point questions. Round 2 is called "Bangalored" and is worth 15 points. Round 3 has 30 two-point questions for a total of 60 points. Round 4 is called "Stage II" and is worth 10 points. Round 5 has 31 one-point questions for a total of 31 points. Sample questions from Round 1 are provided covering topics about lakes, poets, extinct animals, horse breeds, architecture, instruments, currencies, shells, traditions, novels, and more.
The document discusses the expulsion of Prince Vijaya from Singhapur and his journey with comrades to another land across the sea, where they founded a new kingdom. It refers to the land they founded a new kingdom in as Sri Lanka.
Quotes By Famous People: 3 Inspirational Quotes That Lead You To SuccessMichael Lee
We often turn to influential people for inspiration. In this presentation, you will know some of the most memorable quotes by famous people that can lead you to massive success.
The document discusses traditional meals and cuisine in the United Kingdom and Albania. In the UK, the main meals are breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with breakfast typically consisting of cereal and toast now rather than a full English fry-up. Lunch is often a packed lunch such as a sandwich. Traditional dinner was meat and two vegetables but now curries and pastas are more common. In Albania, the main meal is lunch which usually includes meat, vegetables, and salad dressed with olive oil. Soups and desserts made from fruits, milk, dough, and syrups are also part of the traditional cuisine.
The document discusses various ways that people can become famous such as being in a pop group. It then provides brief biographies of several famous people including the Russian soccer player Andrew Arshavin, the Egyptian ruler Cleopatra, the actor Bruce Willis, and the author J.K. Rowling. It asks readers to decide which people are being discussed based on listening to a conversation between two friends. It also includes statements about fame for readers to agree or disagree with and phrases to use in discussing their opinions.
This document summarizes British fashion from 1050 to the early 19th century through detailed descriptions and images of clothing from each time period. It discusses the basic tunics, mantles, and leggings worn in the 11th-15th centuries and the transition to fitted doublets, breeches, and elaborate ruffs in the 16th-17th centuries. Women's dresses evolved from simple tunics to structured gowns with wide skirts and tall hairstyles. By the 18th century, men wore tailored coats and waistcoats while women's fashions emphasized sackback dresses and side hoops under full skirts. The document provides a comprehensive overview of changing styles and silhouettes across British fashion history
This document discusses non-verbal communication and body language. It states that non-verbal communication makes up at least 65% of social meanings conveyed in a conversation. Non-verbal communication includes facial expressions, eye contact, body posture, gestures, use of personal space, tone of voice, touch, smell, clothing and style. Specific non-verbal cues like crossed arms, eye contact, smiling and handshakes can signal meanings like defensiveness, honesty and confidence. The document emphasizes the importance of being aware of non-verbal cues in communication and avoiding misunderstandings.
This document contains short profiles of various famous people including musicians, athletes, and singers. It provides basic information such as their names, ages, birthdays, physical descriptions, and places of origin. Profiles include Aimar Olaizola, One Direction, Melendi, Lamont Alexander Hamilton, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Robert Lewandowski, Justin Bieber, Malu, Pedro Morales, Pablo Alboran, Selena Gomez, Zisis, Fernando Alonso, Jakub Blaczykowski, and Beyonce.
All-age talk starting with the popular "Who am I" game (includes two ready-made questions to warm-up the audience) and then progressing into piecing together the clues about who Jesus is. Climaxing with Peter's declaration that He is the Christ and asking what we believe.
The document discusses various topics related to business and trivia questions. It provides context and details for multiple choice questions about companies, products, inventions and their origins. For example, it discusses that Gmail was originally known as Caribou, a reference to a Dilbert comic, and was launched by Google in 2004. It also provides information about the inventor of the karaoke machine and the company Cipla.
Buddhist architecture in ancient India included structures like stupas, chaityas, viharas, and stambhas. Stupas housed sacred Buddhist relics and had a rounded dome-like shape. Chaityas were prayer halls with a stupa at one end and were made in rock-cut caves. Viharas were monasteries that provided living quarters for monks. Stambhas were tall, polished stone pillars sometimes topped with sculptures. These structures developed under emperors like Ashoka who built many early Buddhist monuments to spread the religion across India.
The Ajanta Caves are located in India and were carved over two periods from 200 BCE to 480 CE. They contain Buddhist cave monuments and paintings, with early caves influenced by Hinayana Buddhism and later caves by Mahayana Buddhism. The caves served as monasteries and places of worship, containing vihara living quarters, chaitya prayer halls, and frescoes depicting Jataka tales. In 1983, UNESCO designated the Ajanta Caves as a World Heritage Site for their well-preserved ancient Indian art.
Archeology of pakistan By Mr Allah Dad Khan Agriculture Expert KPK PakistanMr.Allah Dad Khan
The document describes several important archaeological sites in Pakistan from different time periods, including:
- Mehar Garh, one of the oldest village cultures in Pakistan dating back to 7000 BC. Tools, figurines, and fine ceramics were found at the site.
- Kot Diji and Amri, two pre-Harappan sites dated between Mahargarh and the Indus Valley Civilization, where people built houses of stone and mud and produced improved ceramics.
- Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa, the major cities of the Indus Valley Civilization built around 3000 BC and destroyed around 1700 BC, located in Sindh and Punjab.
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The Ajanta Caves in India contain 32 grottos carved into basalt rock cliffs over thousands of years by Buddhist monks using simple hand tools. The oldest caves date back to the 2nd century BC and include monasteries and temples decorated with intricate sculptures and paintings. Though created many centuries before European cathedrals, the architectural designs of the Ajanta Caves may have inspired Medieval architects. The cave paintings from over 1500 years ago demonstrate skills in perspective and realism that were highly advanced for their time.
The Ajanta Caves are located a few hours from Aurangabad, India. They contain 32 grottos carved into the hills over thousands of years using only basic tools. The oldest cave dates back to the 2nd century BC and some functioned as monasteries or viharas where monks lived. Sculptors meticulously carved columns and rooms directly from the basalt rock and decorated walls and ceilings with colorful plaster paintings. These caves may have inspired later medieval architecture in Europe and contain well-preserved frescoes and sculptures that demonstrate advanced artistic techniques over 1500 years ago.
The Ajanta Caves are located a few hours from Aurangabad, India. They contain 32 grottos carved into the hills over thousands of years using only basic tools. The oldest cave dates back to the 2nd century BC and some functioned as monasteries or viharas where monks would live. Within the caves, craftsmen meticulously carved columns, rooms and decorated the walls and ceilings with colorful plaster paintings. These caves predate medieval Christian architecture and may have inspired later architects, containing sculptures and murals that demonstrate advanced artistic techniques like perspective over 1500 years ago.
The document discusses Vedic and early Buddhist architecture in India from 1500 BC to 800 BC. It describes how the perishable timber architecture of the Vedic period, consisting of circular huts and villages, was later recorded and imitated in stone structures like the Sanchi Stupa. Key architectural elements of Vedic villages like fences, gates, windows and column bases were replicated in Buddhist caves, stupas, and chaitya prayer halls, establishing the foundation for later Indian architecture. The three main religious structures of early Buddhism—stupas, chaityas, and viharas (monasteries)—are also outlined.
The PPP presentation is based on the architecture and art of Brihadeshwara temple of Chola period. It has basic introduction of the region. This is for tthe students of UG and PG not for API.
The Ajanta Caves are 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments located in Maharashtra, India dating from 2nd century BCE to 480 CE. They contain paintings and sculptures described as some of the finest surviving examples of ancient Indian art. The caves served as monasteries and were excavated in two periods. Key features include mural paintings in Caves 16, 17, 1 and 2 depicting the life of Buddha and Jataka tales, as well as sculptures of Buddhist deities. UNESCO designated the Ajanta Caves as a World Heritage Site in 1983 for their historic, artistic and religious significance.
The Kailasa Temple was built in the 8th century in Aurangabad, India. It was carved out of a single rock cliff and took over 400,000 tons of rock to complete. The temple complex consists of four parts - the body of the temple, an entrance gateway, an intermediate Nandi shrine, and cloisters surrounding a courtyard. It is considered one of the largest monolithic structures in the world and was awarded UNESCO World Heritage status in 1983.
History of architecture (second semester)Smita Kasat
The document provides an overview of the history of architecture in India from ancient to medieval periods. It discusses architectural styles and structures from the Indus Valley Civilization through various dynasties including the Mauryans, Buddhists, Chalukyans, Pallavas, Cholas, and Hoysalas. Key architectural elements covered include stupas, pillars, cave temples, chaitya halls, viharas, and the evolution of Hindu temple architecture from early shrines through later structural temples in the Deccan. The document shares images and details of architectural sites throughout India from this time period.
The Ajanta Caves in India contain 32 grottos carved into volcanic basalt hills over thousands of years using only chisels and hammers. The craftsmen meticulously carved columns and rooms inside the rock, decorating walls and ceilings with colorful paintings and plaster applications. Many of the paintings are over 1500 years old, showing perspective, depth and realism - techniques developed by the unknown artists 10 centuries before the European Renaissance. The caves range from the 2nd century BC, with some acting as monasteries containing small rooms and beds cut from rock where monks would live and rest. Others are chaityas or temples similar to Christian cathedrals, with vaulted ceilings and decorated pillars.
The Ajanta Caves in India contain 32 grottos carved into volcanic basalt rock cliffs over thousands of years using only chisels and hammers. Within the caves are intricately carved columns and rooms decorated with colorful paintings on plaster that date back over 1500 years. Some caves served as monasteries or viharas for monks, containing small rooms and beds cut from the rock. Others were chaityas or temples similar to Christian cathedrals, with vaulted ceilings supported by carved rock pillars and large Buddha statues. The cave paintings demonstrate sophisticated techniques of perspective and realism that may have inspired later Medieval architects in Europe.
The Ajanta Caves in India contain 32 grottos carved into basalt rock cliffs over thousands of years using only basic tools like chisels and hammers. Within the caves are intricately sculpted columns and rooms decorated with colorful paintings on plaster that are over 1500 years old, demonstrating artistic techniques like perspective that predated the European Renaissance by centuries. Some caves served as monasteries (viharas) containing beds cut from rock, while others were temples (chaityas) resembling Christian cathedrals with wooden beam ceilings and decorated stone pillars centered around a large Buddha statue. Though created with only simple tools, the cave artworks remain a testament to the skill and vision of their unknown artists
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The document summarizes the architecture and archaeological findings of the Indus Valley Civilization as discovered through excavations at sites like Mohan-jodaro and Harappa. Some of the key features discussed include the grid-like street layouts, advanced drainage systems, public baths, and evidence of trade networks through seals depicting gods and animals. The civilization developed sophisticated urban planning techniques and construction methods using burnt bricks.
There isn’t a better motto that describes the whole nation of India more than this one. One of the main areas where this diversity is extremely telling is in religious monuments and places of worship. We have the Tibetan monasteries of Ladakh, the great mosques and other Islamic structures of Delhi, the Golden gurudwaras of Punjab, the churches of Goa and of course the temples of Tamil Nadu. While there is no dearth of incredible temples all across India, in Tamil Nadu it is on another level. We’re sure no one would want to miss a temple trail in Tamil Nadu.
With many of these temples dating back thousands of years and built in the distinct Dravidian style, it shouldn’t matter whether you are Hindu or not, whether you are religious or not. These temples are for everyone, from history buffs to architecture geeks to the devotional deities. To learn more about ancient India (particularly South Indian) culture and heritage, be sure to visit these gems of places when you are in Tamil Nadu. So let us get this pilgrimage going, shall we!
This document provides an overview of Buddhist architecture in India, beginning with the origins and spread of Buddhism under Emperor Ashoka. It describes several architectural forms that developed during this period, including rock edicts, stupas, monolithic pillars, and monasteries. Specific details are given about the design of monolithic pillars, including their circular shafts, divided capitals, and animal motifs. Key elements of stupas like the Sanchi Stupa are defined, such as the toranas, anda, harmika, and medhi. The purposes of early rock-cut structures like chaityas and viharas are also summarized.
The document discusses the early civilizations that existed on the Indian subcontinent. It describes the Indus Valley Civilization that arose around 2600 BC along the Indus River valley in modern-day Pakistan. Two major sites of this civilization were the large urban settlements of Harappa and Mohenjo Daro, where archaeologists have uncovered artifacts providing evidence of advanced infrastructure and craftsmanship. While the reasons for its decline are unknown, excavations at these sites continue to uncover remnants of homes, temples, and streets that demonstrate the advanced nature of this early civilization.
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The document summarizes the economies of Greece and Pakistan. Greece has the 45th largest economy in the world and is based around services and industry, especially tourism which sees 18 million visitors per year. However, Greece also faces high unemployment, an inefficient bureaucracy, and tax evasion. Pakistan has the 26th largest economy by PPP and is developing rapidly but faces issues like a lack of infrastructure, political disputes, and a growing trade deficit that could slow growth. Both countries enjoy development but struggle with economic issues holding them back.
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