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The Kailas, in the Cave Temples of Ellora, Western India...1876. Creator: RCH
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The Kailas, in the Cave Temples of Ellora, Western India...1876. Creator: RCH
The Kailas, in the Cave Temples of Ellora, Western India, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876. This temple is an exception among the rock excavations of Western India. The others are all cave temples; but the Kailas is a mass of rock cut out of the hillside, and then sculptured in the form of a built temple. The importance of the work may be judged of by its size. The hill has been cut into as far back as 400 ft.; the temple itself is 300 ft. long...Over the north colonnade is a very fine rock-cut temple, known as the Lanka Cave; over the south colonnade is another called the Pir Lanka, and a bridge once communicated with it from the great hall of the Kailas, but this has been broken down, and the cave cannot now be reached without a ladder. The illustration is taken from the southern side, and shows this broken bridge'. From "Illustrated London News", 1876
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The Kailas: A Monumental Rock-Cut Temple in the Cave Temples of Ellora, Western India, 1876 This extraordinary photograph, taken from a sketch by a special artist for the Illustrated London News in 1876, showcases the awe-inspiring Kailas temple, located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Cave Temples of Ellora in Western India. Unlike the other cave temples in the area, the Kailas is not excavated into the hillside but rather carved out and sculpted to resemble a built temple. The temple's grandeur can be gauged by its impressive size. The hill has been excavated as far back as 400 ft., and the temple itself measures 300 ft. in length. Adorning the northern and southern colonnades are two additional rock-cut temples: the Lanka Cave and the Pir Lanka. Originally, a bridge connected the great hall of the Kailas with the Pir Lanka cave, but it has since been broken down, making access difficult without a ladder. The image captures the southern side of the temple, revealing the broken bridge and the impressive rock-cut architecture. The Kailas temple is an exceptional example of ancient Indian rock-cut architecture and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of India. Its intricate carvings and grandeur have captivated visitors for centuries, making it a must-visit tourist attraction and an essential piece of history for scholars and enthusiasts alike. The photograph, taken during the 19th century, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to witness the architectural marvel that is the Kailas temple in the Cave Temples of Ellora.
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