Rock Cut Collection (page 3)

Entrance of Cave at Elephanta (Bombay Presidency), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Entrance of Cave at Elephanta (Bombay Presidency), 1890. Five hindu caves dating to 2nd century and predominantly dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva

The Sepulchres of the Kings at Jerusalem, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Sepulchres of the Kings at Jerusalem, 1890. Tombs of the Kings, rock cut tombs in East Jerusalem believed to be the burial site of Helena of Adiabene

The Rock-Cut Tombs of the Valley of Jehoshaphat, 1902. Creator: John Fulleylove
The Rock-Cut Tombs of the Valley of Jehoshaphat, 1902. Tomb of Zechariah in the Valley of Decision. From " The Holy Land", painted by John Fulleylove, R.I

Jerusalem - Tomb of Absalom, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Jerusalem - Tomb of Absalom, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Interior of the Tombs of the Kings on the road to Nablus, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

Entrance to the Tombs of the Judges, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

The Tomb of Absalom in the Valley of Jehosaphat, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

Disciples, with the women, early at the Sepulchure of Christ, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

The Tomb of Christ, showing the Stone, Rolled Away, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

Interior of the Tomb of Christ, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

Rock-cut tombs in Nea Paphos, 4th century BC
Rock-cut tombs in Nea Paphos, used from the late bronze age to Hellenistic times as burial places for rich traders, etc. Known locally as the Tombs of the Kings, 4th century BC

Rock-cut tombs in Telmessos Lykian, 4th century BC
Rock-cut tombs in the ancient city of Telmessos Lykian, above the town, 4th century BC

Tomb of the Kings on Cyprus, 3rd century BC
Tomb of the Kings, rock cut burial chambers, at Paphos on Cyprus, 3rd century BC

Interior of the Hypogeum of Hal Saflieni on Malta
Interior of the Hyopgeum of Hal Saflieni on Malta. This is an underground rock cut temple, carved to imitate Maltese megalithic temples from above ground

The Treasury at Petra, Jordan. This tomb was carved out of the rock and is seen from the narrow canyon called the Siq

The Monastery at Petra, Jordan. This was hewn out of the rock

Tombs of the Kings, Jerusalem. From Cassells Universal History, published 1888

Tomb of Absalom, aka Absaloms Pillar, Kidron Valley, Jerusalem, seen here in the 19th century. From Monuments de Tous les Peuples, published 1843

The Midas Monument, Gordion, Turkey, seen here in the 19th century. A Phrygian rock-cut tomb dedicated to Midas, 700 BC. From Monuments de Tous les Peuples, published 1843

Petra El-Farasah obelisk ridge area Classical monument
Petra. El-Farasah & obelisk ridge area. Classical monument, Wadi Farasah, showing rock cut channels and pool for collecting water. 1920, Jordan, Petra (Extinct city)

Light And Shadows At Rock Cut Formation Near The Trail Ridge Road, With Longs Peak In The Background, At Rocky Mountain National Park; Colorado, United States Of America

Medain Saleh; Saudi Arabia

Abi Yohani monastery, Tambien region, Tigre province, Ethiopia, Africa

The Treasury (Al Khazneh), Petra (UNESCO world heritage site), Jordan

The Treasury (Al Khazneh), Petra (UNESCO world heritage site), Jordan

Turkey. Asia Minor. Termessos. Necropolis. Rock-cut tombs

Iran. Naqsh-e Rustam. Achaemenid tombs. Xerxes I (486-464 BC
Iran. Naqsh-e Rustam. Necropolis. Achaemenid tombs. Xerxes I (486-464 BC). Facade Tomb.Near Persepolis

Byzantine Art. Turkey. Cappadocia. Black Head Church. Sogan
Byzantine Art. Turkey. Cappadocia. Black Head Church (Karabas Lilesesi). Rock-cut church. Soganli Valley. Central Anatolia. Western Asia

Detail of stone carvings at Prambanan Temple
Wide angle image capturing the wonderful detail in the rock cut blocks that constitute the Prambanan Temple buildings. A majestic Hindu Temple and national monument or landmark of Indonesia

Lycian tombs, Dalyan, Mugla Province, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

The Explorations at Jerusalem: Rock-Cut Tunnel Near the Fountain of the Virgin, 1869

Pool of Siloam, Jerusalem, 1857 (b / w photo)
XJF412205 Pool of Siloam, Jerusalem, 1857 (b/w photo) by Robertson, James (1813-88) & Beato, Felice (1832-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: pool on the southern slope of the City of David)

Landscape at Goreme, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Rock-cut topography at Uchisar, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

China, Shanxi, Datong, Yungang Grottoes, Rock-cut statues of Buddha in cave 19 and 20 UNESCO World Heritage Site

Lion Monument by Lucas Ahorn for Swiss soldiers who died in the French Revolution, Lucerne, Switzerland, Europe

Underground church, Coober Pedy, South Australia, Australia, Pacific

Chapel, hermitage of San Cataldo, Cottanello, Rieti, Lazio (Latium), Italy, Europe

Interior, hermitage of San Cataldo, Cottanello, Rieti, Lazio (Latium), Italy, Europe

Al Deir, the monastery at sunset, Petra, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Jordan, Middle East

Entrance to Mortimers Hole, a medieval passageway beneath the Castle, one of the many caves cut in the sandstone beneath the city centre, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Petra, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Jordan, Middle East

Yungang Buddhist Caves, Datang, Shanxi, China, Asia

Large Buddha, subsequently destroyed by the Taliban, Bamiyan, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Afghanistan, Asia

The rock-hewn church of Bet Giyorgis (St. George), in Lalibela, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ethiopia, Africa

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"Discover the ancient wonders of rock cut architecture across continents" Journey to Dalyan, Anatolia in Turkey, where the mesmerizing Lycian rock tombs stand as a testament to an ancient civilization's burial traditions. Immerse yourself in Lalibela, Ethiopia's UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to Bet Giorgis church and St. Giorgis rock cut church - architectural marvels carved into solid stone. Step inside Bieta Ghiorghis (St. George's) in Lalibela, Ethiopia and witness the awe-inspiring interior of this rock-hewn Christian church that has stood for centuries. Marvel at the Triumph of Shapur I and Shiva the great ascetic - intricate rock carvings that showcase both Persian and Hindu artistry. Explore Gwalior in India's Madhya Pradesh state and be captivated by Jain rock sculptures below its majestic fort - a true fusion of nature and human craftsmanship. Let your imagination soar as you gaze upon Al Khazneh (The Treasury), an iconic symbol of Petra in Jordan that was meticulously carved into towering sandstone cliffs. Experience the enchantment of dusk at The Treasury, where shadows dance upon its magnificent facade creating a mystical ambiance like no other. Return to Lalibela, Ethiopia once more to admire St. Giorgis (St. George's)rock hewn church - another extraordinary example of religious devotion etched into solid bedrock. Embark on a global journey through time as you uncover these remarkable humanity's ingenuity in carving masterpieces out of solid stone.