Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fasts and feasts
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Pilgrim Guide to Sri Devarajaswamy Devasthanam, Kancheepuram
Author: Sri Varadarajaswami Temple, Kanchi: A Study of Its History, Art and Architecture
Author: K.V. RamanPublisher: Abhinav Publications
ISBN: 9788170170266
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Kanchi, the ancient capital city of the South, teems with historic temples of great beauty and grandeur. The magnificent temple of Lord Varadaraja, situated in Vishnu-Kanchi, has played a remarkable part in fostering the growth of Sri-Vaishnavism and has justly been ranked with the famous temples of Srirangam and Tirupati as the holiest of the holies. This is the first comprehensive and illustrated treatise on this hoary temple, focusing attention of the various aspects like the origin and the growth of the temple, critical review of the temple traditions, the role of the temple in the growth of Sri-Vaishnavism, the association of the acharyas like Ramanuja with the temple, besides the pivotal role the temple has played in the social and cultural life of the community. The vast literature that has grown round the temple and the five hundred and odd inscriptions that crowd the wall-spaces of the shrines provide a sumptuous source material for this study. One of the largest temple complexes of South India, the temple presents interesting variety of architectural and sculptural styles of different schools. The temple is particularly rich in Vaishnava iconography. The book provides a detailed study and interpretation of these features with the help of hitherto unpublished photographs and drawings. The book also brings to light the presence of fine paintings of the Vijayanagar times that are found in the dark cloister around the sanctum. The book is a distinct contribution to the field of historical and architectural studies of ancient Indian temples.
India
Author: Fodor's Travel Publications, IncPublisher: Fodors Travel Publications
ISBN: 1400013127
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 690
Book Description
Briefly describes the culture and history of India, and gives tips on shopping, sightseeing, taking photographs, dining, and selecting accommodations.
South India
Author: Christine NivenPublisher:
ISBN: 9780864425942
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 724
Book Description
This easy-to-use, succinct guide is literally packed with valuable information, supported by 58 maps and 40 pages of colour photographs. Special coverage is given to the gateway cities of Mumbai and Delhi, famous festivals, ancient temples, bustling markets, and lesser-known beaches. A multitude of interests are considered, ranging from where to go rock climbing, buy antiques and silk, to selecting national parks and where to view wildlife. Wide-ranging recommendations are made for the best places to stay and guidance is given for local languages including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Konkani.
Omkareshwar and Maheshwar
Author: Publisher: Goodearth Publications
ISBN: 9380262248
Category : Maheshwar (India)
Languages : en
Pages : 97
Book Description
"The Land of Charity:"
Author: Samuel MateerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Kerala (India)
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
Vishnu Temples of South India: Tamil Nadu
Author: Chithra MadhavanPublisher:
ISBN: 9788190844529
Category : India, South
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Kanchipuram
Author: P.V.L. Narasimha RaoPublisher: Readworthy
ISBN: 9350181045
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
This is a heritage book which takes readers on a spiritual voyage of legends, mythology, saints, temples and dynasties. It presents vignettes of India’s rich cultural background. As one of the seven mokshapuris (centers of salvation) and the nerve-centre of vedic schools, Kanchipuram has always been a role model. Adi Sankaracharya, brought religious renaissance in the country by providing a new meaning to sanatana dharma. He established the KanchiKamakotipeetham which continues to be a center of learning and devotion. The town is credited with having around one thousand temples at one time. While Pallava rulers built most of these temples, these were extensively renovated later by Cholan and Vijayanagara kings. Exhaustive Annexures about the various rules and dynasties are also provided. The book is amply illustrated with maps and photographs, which will be of great interest to general readers and to tourists and pilgrims in particular.
Observations on the State of Society Among the Asiatic Subjects to Great Britain, Particularly with Respect to Morals, and on the Means of Improving it
Author: Charles GrantPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bengal (India)
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
This essay became a much publicized plea for the toleration of Christian educational and missionary activities in India. Being presented to the East India Company's Court of Directors on August 16, 1797 by Charles Grant, and to the House of Commons in 1813, the Commons ordered its general printing in 1813.
Temples of Tamil Nadu
Author: C. ChandramouliPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Hindu temples
Languages : en
Pages : 390
Book Description