The chatra or chhatra, also known under various translations including the ceremonial, state, royal, or holy umbrella or parasol, is a symbol of royal and imperial power and sanctity in …

THE GREAT STUPA, SANCHI •LOCATION –Sanchi (Bhopal, M.P) •Its nucleus was a simple hemispherical brick structure built over the relics of the Buddha. •It was crowned by the chatra, …

maybe since Ashoka’s time Stupa 50 architecture acquired prominence in the socio cultural life of the country and art began to develop around the Stupa structure. Stupa can be classified into …

In Buddhism and Hinduism the chatra (Sanskit: “parasol”) is an auspicious symbol, representing royalty and protection. Chatras in the form of stone disks typically decorate the yasti at the …

2022年11月11日 · A stupa (literally “heap” or “pile”) is a reliquary, a shrine containing the remains of a holy or sainted person and/or artifacts (relics) associated with them, originating in India …

Chatra. It is the umbrella built on the top of the dome; Pradakshinapatha. ... • Thus, with the elaborations in stupa architecture, there was ample space for the architects and sculptors to …

Sanchi stupa was commissioned by the Mauryan emperor Aśoka (r. c.273–232 BC) ( see our Relics story ).It is a simple hemispherical brick structure built over the relics and the soil …

All forms of Buddhist architecture include three primary structures: vihara, stupa, and chaitya-griha. Of these three, stupas were an important characteristic feature of Buddhist architecture …

2024年12月10日 · Elements of stupa architecture: Stupas typically consist of several elements, including a circular base or platform, a hemispherical dome or Anda, a spire or Harmika, and a …

The dome-shaped chedi-- better known in the West as stupa -- is the most highly regarded edifice here.It was originally used to enshrine relics of the Buddha, but later included holy men and …