THE KAILASHANATHA TEMPLE OF ELLORA
India

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Early medieval India saw the rise of an empire based in the Deccan plateau: the Rashtrakutas.  Despite their significant power and influence, their story is little-known and under-appreciated.  From their most remarkable king, Amoghavarsha the author, to their architectural masterpiece at the caves of Ellora, we will remedy this shocking omission.

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The Kailashanatha Temple, carved from the Deccan rock, is a true wonder, and Anirudh Kanisetti, historian and host of the Echoes of India, brings its magic to life. We also talk about Indian math, Sanskrit poetry, and chicken kolhapuri, a spicy Deccan specialty.

 

Sources:

Keay, John. India: a History

Lonely Planet Guide to India

Mani, Chandra Mauli. A Journey through India's Past (Great Hindu Kings after Harshavardhana)

Reu, Pandit Bisheshwar Nath.  History Of The Rashtrakutas

Rice, Edward P.  A History of Kannada Literature

Sample, Ian. "Asteroid that killed dinosaurs also intensified volcanic eruptions - study" in the Guardian

 

Photo by Ms Sarah Welch in wikicommons