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Subterranean Architecture, Stepwells of Rajasthan
Rajasthan Stepwell Travel Diary
In March 2018 I went to India in search of more stepwells in Rajathan, amazing subterranean buildings that have fascinated me for many years and are my current photographic project. From Delhi to Bundi via Neemrana.
Buddhist Ruins in Rajasthan
Buddha Statues Rajasthan Stepwell Travel Diary
In March 2018 I resumed my search for the subterranean architectures of western India known as stepwells. This took me near a village called Viratnagar, close to the location of an old Buddhist site called Bhairat.
Buddha Statues at Kanji, Ladakh
Buddha Statues Himalaya Kanji Ladakh This Land Travel Diary Trekking in Ladakh
The old village of Kanji is one of the reasons for planning this trek. We came here in 2012 at the end of a long trek from Zanskar and always wanted to return. It's a delight to explore the old lanes of the village.
Kantha Quilts and Scarves
Embroidery Indian Bedspreads Kantha quilts Kantha scarves Quilts
Kantha is a type of embroidery stitching typical of rural Bengal. Village women repurpose old saris to make quilts, shawls and cushions to create a new item - what we would today call upcycling.
Stepwells of Rajasthan - Ancient Subterranean Architecture
Photos of India Rajasthan Stepwell
20 years ago I saw an image of an astonishing subterranean building, a stepwell. It's taken me many years to find them as they're hidden from view.