Kailash Cave Temple, inner sanctum
Dublin Core
Title
Kailash Cave Temple, inner sanctum
Subject
Religions-Hinduism; Religions-Sites; Arts-Architecture; Arts-Sculpture
Description
This photo shows the steps leading up to the doorway of the Kailash Temple inner sanctum. In the center of the small shrine room is a large Shiva lingam and yoni positioned to allow only a single line of people to circumambulate this aniconic representation of the divine. This inner sanctum is continuously illuminated by one kerosene lamp.
Date
2003-01
Contributor
Benton, Cathy
Lake Forest College
Rights
Copyright: April 2003 Cathy Benton. Images and content on this site are available for educational and research purposes, provided due recognition is given to the author. Transmission or reproduction of protected items beyond fair use requires the written permission of the photographer.
Format
Image/jpg
Type
Still image
Identifier
cbind0113
Coverage
India
Maharashtra (state), Ellora (inhabited place)
1075244
Still Image Item Type Metadata
Physical Dimensions
1280 w x 960
Files
Collection
Citation
“Kailash Cave Temple, inner sanctum,” ASIANetwork IDEAS Project, accessed October 22, 2024, https://ideasproject.org/items/show/4273.