The Forgotten Pillar of Faraskhana: Remembering Martyr Bhaskar Karnik
In the bustling lanes of Budhwar Peth, Pune—where the air trembles with the sounds of honking traffic, murmured prayers, and…
Category: Stories in Stones
The Fascinating Titles of Hoysala Sculptors
Inscriptions: The Silent Storytellers of Indian Temples When we walk near ancient Indian temples, the stone inscriptions carved on their…
The Legend of Astika: A Tale of Snakes, Sages, and Salvation
यो जरत्कारुणा जातो जरत्कारी महायशाः ।आस्तीकः सर्पसत्रे वः पन्नगान् योऽभ्यरक्षत ।तं स्मरन्तं महाभागा न मां हिंसितुमर्हथ ।। “He who was…
Decoding the Mysteries of Sadashiva
Discover the legend of Sadashiva, and its relation with the tale of brothers Sunda and Upasunda, and the role of Tilottama in their downfall.
The Cursed Brothers and the Divine Garuda
A mythical tale of a giant elephant, a colossal tortoise, and a divine Garuda. Discover how Garuda’s actions shape the fate of these creatures.
Varuna: Vedic Deity of Cosmic Order
Learn about Varuna, the Vedic god of water and justice, who enforces cosmic order and plays a key role in ancient Vedic texts.
Child’s Sarcophagus: A Marriage Feast of Cupid and Psyche
Dive into the rich iconography and cultural significance of a 3rd-century Roman child’s sarcophagus depicting the marriage feast of Cupid and Psyche, an artifact of great historical and artistic value.
Kirata Avatar
Kirata Avatar is a brilliant story of Arjun and Mahadev, testing the limits of human will and revealing the transformative power of devotion.
Arun-The Charioteer of Sun
Arun, the celestial charioteer of the Sun, blending philosophy, architecture, and sculpture in this cosmic tale of divine marvels…