Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Avudayar Koil - Part 2

This is a continuation of the previous post. I present below some more of the exquisite stone sculptures and bas reliefs on the ceilings.
A Pandya warrior  with thick mustache, a sword, heavy ornamentation & intricate head gear
Closeup view of the warrior
The Pandya King -Conducting court of enquiry
Amazing Roof Architecture - See 3 types of cylindrical rods
Design on ceiling
Intricate Ceiling Design
Hindu Deities sculpted on ceiling
More Ceiling Designs
                                                      Stone Chains hanging from Ceiling
Warrior on Horse - See the ornate  embellishments on Horse
Yali or Dragon swallowing Man
Ornamented Stone Pillars
Lord Muruga on Peacock
Lord Siva appearing as "Kudurai Samiyar"
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31 comments:

  1. TexWisGirlMay 29, 2012 at 6:11:00 AM PDT

    just amazing amount of work and detail on each and every item!

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  2. NatureStopMay 29, 2012 at 6:34:00 AM PDT

    What great architectural work.Thanks for sharing and have a great day!

    Shantana

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  3. LindaMay 29, 2012 at 7:19:00 AM PDT

    Fantastic set of amazing photos. Interesting handlebar moustache on the Pandya warrior. Thank you for sharing.

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  4. chitraMay 29, 2012 at 7:47:00 AM PDT

    Good pics. Amazing architecture!!

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  5. CarverMay 29, 2012 at 7:47:00 AM PDT

    The stone sculpture are fantastic. I think working in stone must be very difficult.

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  6. JeevanMay 29, 2012 at 8:12:00 AM PDT

    Wow! It’s all unique and exotic sculptures and rock cuts! Great details and description!!

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  7. ashokMay 29, 2012 at 8:33:00 AM PDT

    iam intrigued by the ceiling designs...amazing architectural works...

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  8. Bob BushellMay 29, 2012 at 9:15:00 AM PDT

    The work by the stonemasters are wonderful, well caught.

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  9. KusumMay 29, 2012 at 9:20:00 AM PDT

    Very interesting sculptures.

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  10. P.N. SubramanianMay 29, 2012 at 9:22:00 AM PDT

    They are all unknown shrines to me. I thank you for giving me such wonderful leads.

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  11. MridulaMay 29, 2012 at 9:40:00 AM PDT

    Such exquisite images and details.

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  12. AnonymousMay 29, 2012 at 11:13:00 AM PDT

    Surprised to see LEI (Hawaiian wreath of flowers) draped on one of the statues. Do Indians have a custom of putting lei on special people and then giving them a kiss on the cheek? We in Hawaii do that a lot.

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  13. AkilaMay 29, 2012 at 2:39:00 PM PDT

    amazing sculptures..... When I go back India want to visit the temples....

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  14. Ranjana's craft blogMay 29, 2012 at 9:35:00 PM PDT

    Very nice sculptures...any reason/story behind the sculpture "dragon swallowing a man"? Loved that warrior sculpture holding the moustache...
    Lovely post.I will visit this place sometimes...

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  15. Mary AnnMay 29, 2012 at 10:31:00 PM PDT

    Thank you for the birthday wishes Ram! ;-)

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  16. anilkurup59May 29, 2012 at 10:31:00 PM PDT

    Did they let you picture inside there? Usually those guys would come after us saying that we should not click.

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  17. R Niranjan DasMay 29, 2012 at 10:36:00 PM PDT

    Nice captures and wonderful architecture.

    www.rajniranjandas.blogspot.com

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  18. SandhyaMay 30, 2012 at 4:54:00 AM PDT

    I like the kudurai saamiyar. Looks very cure. Murugar statue also is beautiful.

    Enjoyed watching the pictures. Thanks.

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  19. WhirlwindMay 30, 2012 at 7:58:00 AM PDT

    Beautiful pics!!

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  20. Joseph PulikotilMay 30, 2012 at 9:38:00 AM PDT

    Hello Ram,

    Lovely photos and wonderful sculptures. This is a visual treat.

    Best wishes,
    Joseph

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  21. Rahul BhatiaMay 31, 2012 at 1:22:00 AM PDT

    Nice Pictures:)

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  22. RajeshMay 31, 2012 at 4:05:00 AM PDT

    Each of these sculptures are masterpieces.

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  23. FriedaMay 31, 2012 at 2:50:00 PM PDT

    These sculptures are real masterpieces. It is fascinating to see them in your pictures and to think how old they are...

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  24. eye in the skyMay 31, 2012 at 11:11:00 PM PDT

    I'm a sucker for architectural details so I particularly love this post! Simply amazing!

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  25. AshJune 1, 2012 at 5:50:00 AM PDT

    This is fabulous!!

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  26. Maryam MaquillageJune 1, 2012 at 6:17:00 AM PDT

    they are magnificent!!!

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  27. UnknownJune 1, 2012 at 8:31:00 AM PDT

    Exquisit is the word. Wonderful series!

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  28. KaviJune 1, 2012 at 10:57:00 AM PDT

    I don't feel the need to even go to these places! :) Beautiful pictures!!

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  29. IndraniJune 3, 2012 at 2:56:00 AM PDT

    Whoa! Superb captures.

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  30. Found In FolsomJune 3, 2012 at 9:58:00 AM PDT

    Amazing!! Two eyes, one mouth and one brain is not enough to praise them.

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  31. D.NambiarJune 6, 2012 at 11:35:00 PM PDT

    The carvings are exquisite.

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