The Hindu and Buddhist history of Odisha , or rather, ancient Kalinga, is rather well known to everyone. Who hasn’t heard of the grand temples of Odisha – Puri, Lingaraj and Konark, or the great war of Kalinga which inspired Ashoka to convert to Buddhism? In contrast, very few know of the Jaina heritage of this region. This is quite a pity, since, just around 7 km from the city, is one of India’s most ancient inscriptions, which throws light on the Jaina heritage of Odisha. This inscription is the Hathigumpha inscription of Kharavela, in the hills of Udaygiri. Udaygiri and Khandgiri are two hills located opposite each other, and both are testaments to the rich Jaina heritage of Odisha. The caves at Udaygiri are older, while Khandgiri is relatively newer, but has lasted much longer, and continues to be a place of pilgrimage for Jains even today. These hills, from inscriptions and excavations of caves, shrines and rock beds, appear to have been a haven for Jaina monks, right from the ...
For Skywatch today, is a scene that could be from anywhere in rural India..... a riverside scene....
A cowherd brings his cows and buffaloes to the river... they drink and they bathe... and so does he. I clicked this somewhere in interior Maharashtra, while on our way to the Lonar Crater, but, as I said before, it could be from any part of the country.
Nice Calm and soothing pic ! :D
ReplyDeleteThanks nd60! it was indeed a serene and peaceful place..
DeleteI agree it could be from any part of the country! Well captured.
ReplyDeleteFabulous shot - so tranquil.
ReplyDeleteThanks ladyfi!
DeleteLike they say.. it happens only in India... beautiful shot of everyday rural India...
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely!!!! where else can you see cows and men bathing together?
DeleteIt's a beautiful place and photo. Thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Gail!
DeleteSo right. That could be anywhere in India.
ReplyDeleteSuch a feel-good photo. :)
Thanks!!! but never thought of it as a feel good photo.. but i guess a river with water is certainly something to rejoice about!
DeleteThis pic made me remember of my hometown. Great click loved it.
ReplyDeleteThanks Nishant! glad to have brought back your memories!
DeleteThanks for the great post.
ReplyDeleteTypical Indian ambiance there!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely, Indrani!
DeleteAmazing vibe this place gives me. Thanks for documenting it so well! Hope you check out my budget travel blog soon :)
ReplyDeleteYou are welcome, Tyler... and its so good to hear that it gives you good vibes!
DeleteSerene setting.
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yes, Niranjan. it was really serene and peaceful!
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