For the scale, beauty and religious significance of their sculptures.
For the scale, beauty and religious significance of their sculptures.
they lived in tunnels and caves
Uxie, Mesprit and Azelf
People have used caves for shelter, storage, religious ceremonies, burial sites, and as art canvases for cave paintings. Caves have also been used as tourist attractions and for recreational activities like cave exploring and spelunking.
it is if you believe :)
They are each in there own caves in the middle of the three lakes
Caves have been used in the past as shelters for early humans, sacred spaces for religious ceremonies, storage areas for food and supplies, and as hiding places during times of conflict. Additionally, caves have been utilized for mining resources such as salt, minerals, and gemstones.
Yes, monks in various religious traditions have historically lived in caves as part of their spiritual practice. This practice, known as eremitism, involves seeking solitude and contemplation in remote locations such as caves, mountains, or deserts. Caves provide a quiet and secluded environment for monks to focus on their spiritual development and connection with the divine.
The Ellora Caves were carved out of solid rock by hand, using only hammers and chisels, with some assistance from hammers and wedges. The caves were crafted over several centuries, starting from around the 6th to the 10th centuries, by various religious and social groups, including Buddhists, Hindus, and Jains. These caves served as temples, monasteries, and places of worship.
The Ajanta Caves were created by Buddhist monks, starting from the 2nd century BCE and continuing for about 700 years. They were carved out of rock to serve as places of worship, meditation, and religious retreat. The caves are renowned for their exquisite architecture and ancient paintings that depict various events in the life of Buddha.
The Ajanta Caves were not founded by a single individual, but rather excavated over a period of several centuries by various artists and patrons. These caves were commissioned by different rulers and religious communities between the 2nd century BCE and 5th century CE in present-day Maharashtra, India.