On the lawn adjacent to the Bhau daji museum is the elephant that had given Elephanta caves its name. Apparently the British wanted to transport it to England, but in the process the crane dropped it and was broken into pieces. It was finally restored and placed at the entrance to the museum.
Trimurti flanked by pilasters with figures of dwarplalas, Elephanta caves
Siva shrine, main Elephanta cave
Gangadhara (descent of the Ganges) sculpture, main Elephanta cave.
Marriage of Shiva and Parvati.
Ardhanarishwar rock-carved sculpture, main Elephanta cave
Lingam, Elephanta caves
The origins and interpretations of the Lingam are a subject of intense debate. According to one tradition, the Lingam represents the beginning-less and end-less Stambha pillar, suggesting the superiority and power of Shiva. Another theory suggests that the Lingam is a phallic symbol, though this explanation is disputed and most Hindus do not relate the Lingam to the phallus
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Nice article, may I know if its possible to get all avalable and possible photos of old archeological ruins like Elephanta, Kanheri and any other, if there're clicked? Can I be sent ? Kindly tell. Dr Shailesh. dr.shaileshg@gmail.com
Thanks.
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