{"product_id":"mountain-temples-temple-mountains-architecture-religion-and-nature-in-the-central-himalayas-h-b","title":"Mountain Temples \u0026 Temple Mountains: Architecture, Religion, And Nature in the Central Himalayas (H.B)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nachiket Chanchani\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Niyogi Books\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 284\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 05-10-2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9789391125134\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguages:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.0 x 7.3 x 0.9 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Mountain Temples and Temple Mountains\"\u003c\/em\u003e offers an innovative exploration of the sacred geography of the Central Himalayas, a region that has held deep significance for Hindus from the third century BCE to the thirteenth century CE. This mountainous landscape, surrounding the glacial sources of the Ganga (Ganges) River, was transformed into one of the most revered pilgrimage destinations in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough his detailed study of the stone temples, steles, and architectural ensembles that dot this terrain, Nachiket Chanchani unravels the intricate relationship between the natural environment, religious traditions, and the evolution of sacred architecture. The book reveals how these monumental structures, strategically placed within the landscape, evoke legendary stories, enshrine historical memories, and alter the very appearance of the mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work not only reshapes our understanding of architectural transmission in ancient India but also offers new insights into the creation of a unified vision of India as a spiritual and cultural entity. By examining the intersections of religion, nature, and politics, \u003cem\u003eMountain Temples and Temple Mountains\u003c\/em\u003e challenges conventional narratives and provides a fresh perspective on how the idea of India was shaped through its sacred landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niyogi Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49981787832624,"sku":"Niyogi_9789391125134","price":2121.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/niyogi-books-book-default-title-mountain-temples-temple-mountains-architecture-religion-and-nature-in-the-central-himalayas-h-b-41379877585200.jpg?v=1775967454","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/mountain-temples-temple-mountains-architecture-religion-and-nature-in-the-central-himalayas-h-b","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}