Pearse's Guide To Elephanta

Or Gharapuri (1884)

von Pearse And Company

72 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Pearse's Guide to Elephanta: Or Gharapuri (1884) is a comprehensive guidebook to the Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the Elephanta Island in Mumbai, India. The book was authored by Pearse and Company, a publishing house that specialized in travel guides and literature.The guidebook provides a detailed account of the history and architecture of the Elephanta Caves, which are a series of rock-cut temples and sculptures dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. It includes a map of the island and the caves, along with illustrations and photographs of the various sculptures and carvings.The book also provides practical information for visitors, such as transportation options, admission fees, and recommended tour routes. It serves as a valuable resource for tourists and scholars alike, offering insights into the cultural and historical significance of the site.Overall, Pearse's Guide to Elephanta: Or Gharapuri (1884) is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history, art, and architecture of ancient India.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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• ISBN: 9781437030174
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.10.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC