Sanchi Stupa with Vishnu in the foreground
Sanchi stupas are noteworthy for their gateways as they contain ornamented depiction of incidents from the life of the Buddha and his previous incarnations as Bodhisattvas described in Jataka tales. Sculptors belonging to different times tried to depict the same story by repeating figures.
About this place:
Madhya Pradesh is literally the heart of India. A state know for the erotic temple carvings of Khajuraho, reserve forests and the second most holy river flowing east-west.. the Narmada. The capital of the state is Bhopal and is well connected by road, rail and air.
Postcards about Madhya Pradesh:
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4 January 2008
From:
Jit Ray
New Delhi, Union Territory of Delhi, IN
Discovered by Jit Ray
on 3 January 2008.
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