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A study into the Indian architecture definitely includes a detailed study on Kanheri Sculptures, one of the most significant aspects of south Indian architecture.
The art and architecture of South India deserves special mention while speaking about that about the ancient Indian art. The specimens of South Indian art are evident in the temples of south India. Most of these temples were constructed by the South Indian dynasties like the Pallavas, Cholas, Chalukyas, Pandyas. Apart from these four notable dynasties the Satavahana rulers of South India contributed to the art and sculptures of ancient India.
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The sculptures of Satavahana dynasty can be categorized into four schools of art and architecture, each having its special characteristic features, the most famous among them being the Amravati sculptures. The Nagarjunakonda sculptures and the Karle sculptures also have unique features of their own.
Another praiseworthy school of art under the Satavahanas was the Kanehri sculptures. The Kanehri sculptures are evident in the western coastal regions of India and Karnataka. You can find some wonderful specimens of Kanehri sculptures in the Kanehri caves that are situated at a distance of 10 kilometres from Borivalli, Maharashtra.
Today this Kanehri caves are supposed to be one of the famous sightseeing spots of India. You can reach the Kanehri caves fro the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. Once you reach the interior of the Kanehri caves you can bear witness to some of the marvellous specimens of Kanehri cultures which are present in all the 109 caves.
The Kanehri caves have a religious atmosphere and are set against the vast green fields. The place which was once believed to be an important trade route of India became one of the famous seats of the Buddhist culture. The caves consist of some rare piece of Kanehri sculptures.
You can watch the Kanehri sculptures as soon as you enter the neighborhood of the caves. A beautiful statue is present right at the top of the caves. The figurines of Goddess Tara along with Goddess Bhrukti will definitely catch your attention. Besides the statue of Avalokiteshwara deserve a special praise.
The Kanehri caves were mainly used by the buddhist monks and also the traders as this was considered one of the important trade route of the country.
However the most famous cave among these 109 caves is the Chaitya caves. The cave was built around the 4th or 5th century A.D.. A most unique feature of the Chaitya caves is the excellent work of wood that is present at the top of the caves.
The Kanehri caves attracts a large number of tourists every year from all over the country. The Chaitya cave and also the other caves consist innumerable Buddhist statues which are some of the beautiful specimens of Kanehri sculptures. The rock cut temples of Kanehri caves draws thousands of tourists every year from all four corners of the world. Apart from watching the Kanehri sculptures you can also organise an excursion here.
So watch out some of the wonderful specimens of Kanehri sculptures at Kanehri caves.
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