South Asian Collection

Stilt Fishermen at dusk, Weligama, South Coast, Sri Lanka, Asia

Buddha in meditation, Gal Vihara Rock Temple, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, Asia

Ancient frescoes, Sigiriya, UNESCO World Heritage Site, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, Asia
The Sigiriya Frescoes were painted on the western surface of Sigiriya Rock, located in Central Sri Lanka. Painted over fifteen hundred and thirty years ago

Sandstone sculpture of a Yakshini, a benevolent tree spirit in Sanskrit mythology
INDIA: HINDU SCULPTURE. Sandstone sculpture of a Yakshini, a benevolent tree spirit in Sanskrit mythology, who looks after treasure hidden in the earth. 1st century A.D

Sigiriya Damsels or Cloud Maidens, Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, Asia

Sigiriya Damsels or Cloud Maidens, Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, Asia

Reclining Buddha in Nirvana, Gal Vihara Rock Temple, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, Asia

Train timetable at Weligama station, Weligama, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Monks looking at reclining Buddha statue, Gal Vihara, Polonnaruwa, UNESCO World Heritage Site, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, Asia

Cobra Hood Cave, 5th century AD, Sigiriya, Lion Rock Fortress, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sri Lanka, Asia

Street Market in Chhoti Chaupar square, Jaipur, India, Asia

MOHANDAS GANDHI (1869-1948). Hindu nationalist and spiritual leader. Photographed with Jawaharlal Nehru at the All India Congress in Bombay, India, 1 July 1946

INDIA: CALCUTTA, c1786. The Old Court House and Writers Building, a home for young employees of the East India Company, in Calcutta, India. Watercolor by Thomas Daniell, c1786

INDIA: CALCUTTA, 1786. Old Fort William (left), a playhouse and obelisk memorial to those who died in the Black Hole prison, in Calcutta, India. Watercolor by Thomas Daniell, 1786

Weligama, South Coast, Sri Lanka, Asia

Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Ancient fresco, Sigiriya, UNESCO World Heritage Site, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, Asia

Clocktower inside the Fort, Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Fisherman at the Maussakele Reservoir between Dalhousie and Hatton, Nuwara Eliya District, Central Highlands, Sri Lanka, Asia

Bentota beach at sunset, Western Province, Sri Lanka, Asia

Audience Hall, Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress, 5th century AD, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, Asia

People at summit of Sigiriya, UNESCO World Heritage Site, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, Asia

The Taj Mahal marble mausoleum, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India

Lotus Tower on Beira Lake at dawn, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Rest House Hotel (where Queen Elizabeth II stayed in 1954), on Topa Wewa, Polonnaruwa, North Central Province, Sri Lanka

India, New Delhi, Panoramic view of Connaught Circle and New Delhi Central Railway Station

Local woman and her child in City of Karauli, Rajasthan, India

The Lake Palace, Jal Mahal, city of Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

Giant chess board in gardens of Jai Mahal Palace Hotel, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

Indian girls in traditional dress, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, Asia MR

India, Uttar Pradesh, Agra, Taj Mahal (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

India, Uttar Pradesh, Agra, Taj Mahal (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Dream Island of Olhuveli Beach and Spa Resort, South Male Atoll, Kaafu Atoll, Maldives (PR)

Indian rebel, Zahoor-ool-Hoosein, recently captured, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Indian rebel, Zahoor-ool-Hoosein, recently captured, 1862. Engraving from a photograph '...taken at Poona by Lieutenant-Colonel I. D

Head of a Nobleman, early 6th century. Creator: Unknown
Head of a Nobleman, early 6th century

Fantastic Bird, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Fantastic Bird, 19th century

Bear, 14th-16th century. Creator: Unknown
Bear, 14th-16th century

The Hindu Goddess Parvati, 11th century. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu Goddess Parvati, 11th century

Head of a Goddess, 1st century BC. Creator: Unknown
Head of a Goddess, 1st century BC

Bust of a Goddess, 1st century BC. Creator: Unknown
Bust of a Goddess, 1st century BC

Toy Horse, 1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.. Creator: Unknown
Toy Horse, 1st century B.C.-1st century A.D

Fertility Goddess (image 1 of 2), 1st century. Creator: Unknown
Fertility Goddess (image 1 of 2), 1st century

Fertility Goddess (image 1 of 2), 1st century. Creator: Unknown
Fertility Goddess (image 1 of 2), 1st century

Fertility Goddess, 1st century. Creator: Unknown
Fertility Goddess, 1st century

Animal, 1st century. Creator: Unknown
Animal, 1st century

Pair of Votive Tablets with a Buddhist Deity, 18th-19th century. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Votive Tablets with a Buddhist Deity, 18th-19th century

Hand of Hanuman Carrying the Mountain of Medicinal Herbs, 18th-19th century. Creator: Unknown
Hand of Hanuman Carrying the Mountain of Medicinal Herbs, 18th-19th century

Dancer's Headpiece in the Form of a Panjurli Bhuta (boar spirit deity), 18th century Creator: Unknown
Dancer's Headpiece in the Form of a Panjurli Bhuta (boar spirit deity), 18th century. Created in the southwestern coastal region of India (modern Kerala)

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"Exploring the Rich Cultural Tapestry of South Asia: From Mythical Yakshini to Serene Buddha" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of South Asia, where ancient legends and breathtaking landscapes await. Marvel at a sandstone sculpture of a Yakshini, a benevolent tree spirit from Sanskrit mythology, guarding hidden treasures within the earth since the 1st century A. D. As dusk settles over Weligama on Sri Lanka's South Coast, witness the mesmerizing sight of stilt fishermen skillfully balancing above the waves, casting their nets for an abundant catch. The tranquility is palpable as you find solace in Gal Vihara Rock Temple in Polonnaruwa – behold a meditating Buddha statue that exudes serenity and invites introspection. Journey further into history at Sigiriya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in Sri Lanka's North Central Province. Admire ancient frescoes adorning towering rock formations and marvel at the ethereal beauty of Sigiriya Damsels or Cloud Maidens who seem to dance amidst clouds on Lion Rock Fortress. In Jaipur's Chhoti Chaupar square, lose yourself in vibrant street markets teeming with colors and aromas. Experience India's bustling energy as locals barter for spices, textiles, and trinkets that reflect centuries-old traditions. At Gal Vihara once again, witness monks gazing upon a reclining Buddha statue – an embodiment of peace and enlightenment. Nearby lies Cobra Hood Cave; its intricate carvings dating back to the 5th century AD will leave you awestruck by human craftsmanship through time. Escape to paradise at Olhuveli Beach and Spa Resort in Maldives' dreamy South Male Atoll. Feel your worries melt away amidst pristine white sands and crystal-clear waters while indulging in ultimate relaxation. Finally, pay homage to Mohandas Gandhi – Hindu nationalist and spiritual leader who shaped the course history.