Torana Collection

Big stupa and torana, UNESCO World Heritage site, Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh, India

Big stupa (II c. BC) and torana, UNESCO World Heritage site, Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh, India

Shiva-Parvati, Torana
3559455 Shiva-Parvati, Torana by Nepalese School, (17th century); National Museum of Nepal, Kathmandu, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

The Great Stupa (photo)
LIT372537 The Great Stupa (photo) by Indian school, (3rd century BC); Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh, India; (add.info.: commissioned by Emperor Ashoka the Great in the 3rd century BC; Stupa no.3;)

Carved gateway to the Great Stupa built by Ashoka the Great at Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh, India

Carved Indian plaque depicting two female figures under a torana, from Begram, Afghanistan
XIR101690 Carved Indian plaque depicting two female figures under a torana, from Begram, Afghanistan, 1st-2nd century (ivory) by Afghan School; Musee Guimet, Paris, France; Afghan, out of copyright

Great Stupa built by Ashoka the Great at Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh, India

Great Stupa built by Ashoka the Great at Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh, India

Great Stupa. 3rd BC. INDIA. Sanchi. Northern torana (gateway) of the Great Stupa. Hindu art. Sunga period. Sculpture

Great Stupa. 3rd BC. INDIA. MADHYA PRADESH. Sanchi. Northern torana (gateway) of the Great Stupa. Hindu art. Sunga period. Sculpture

Mukteswar Mandir with ornate arched torana (architrave) with carving, Bhubaneswar, Orissa, India

Torana (arched gateway) of the walled Jain temples at Lodrapur, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

One of the four carved toranas (gateways) at Stupa One, Sanchi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Madhya Pradesh state, India, Asia

Detail of North Gate of the Great Stupa, Sanchi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh state, India, Asia

Detail of South Gate of the Great Stupa, Sanchi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh state, India, Asia

Detail of East Gateway of the Great Stupa, Sanchi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh state, India, Asia

Gateway, Buddhist stupa, Sanchi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Madhya Pradesh state, India, Asia

Detail of torana (gateway), Sanchi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh state, India, Asia

North gateway, Sanchi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh state, India, Asia

Round stone torana gate, Mukteswara temple, Bhubaneswar, Orissa state, India, Asia

Torana, the North Gate, Sanchi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Madhya Pradesh, India, Asia

The West Gate, torana, Great Stupa, Sanchi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Madhya Pradesh, India, Asia

The East Gate, torana, Great Stupa, Sanchi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Madhya Pradesh, India, Asia

One of the four carved stone toranas (gateways), Stupa One, Buddhist shrine dating from 3rd century BC, Sanchi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Madhya Pradesh state, India, Asia

Buddhist stupa and torana (gateway) of Stupa 1, known as the Great Stupa, built by the Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC, at Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh, India

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"Torana: A Gateway to Divine Love and Spiritual Enlightenment" In the sacred land of India, amidst the serene beauty of Sanchi in Madhya Pradesh, stands a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage site - the Great Stupa. This magnificent structure, built during the 2nd century BC by Ashoka the Great, is adorned with an exquisite torana or carved gateway. As you enter through this torana, you are transported into a realm where mythological tales come alive. The intricate carvings depict divine beings like Shiva and Parvati, their eternal love radiating from every stone, and is as if their presence blesses all who pass beneath. The grandeur of this torana cannot be understated; it stands tall beside the colossal stupa, capturing attention with its ornate architrave and delicate carvings. Its significance lies not only in its aesthetic appeal but also in its symbolism - a portal that connects mortals to higher realms of spirituality. Beyond Sanchi's borders lies another testament to Torana's allure. In Begram, Afghanistan, a beautifully carved Indian plaque portrays two graceful female figures standing under a torana. This ancient relic serves as a reminder that Toranas were not limited by geographical boundaries but transcended cultures and civilizations. Traveling further east to Bhubaneswar brings us to Mukteswar Mandir - yet another architectural marvel embellished with an intricately designed arched torana. Here too we witness how this artistic element adds splendor to religious structures while narrating stories etched within each carving. The legacy of Toranas lives on through centuries as they continue to inspire awe and reverence among those who encounter them. They symbolize more than mere gateways; they represent portals leading towards spiritual enlightenment and divine connection. So next time you find yourself at one such majestic site like Sanchi or Mukteswar Mandir, take a moment to stand beneath a torana.