South Asian Collection (page 36)

An Elephant With Its Mahout Stand At The Edge Of The Rapti River Near Sauraha And Chitwan National Park As A Man Pushes His Dugout Canoe Along The River; Nepal

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

Curcuma longa, Turmeric plant and roots growing from bulbs, side view

INDIA: BRITISH RULE, 1858. The Accession of the Queen of India. Queen Victoria depicted in an English cartoon of 1858, on the transfer of Indian rule from the East India Company to the British Crown

INDIA: SEPOY MUTINY, 1857. Sepoy mutineers attacking the redan battery at Lucknow, India on 30 July 1857. Contemporary English colored engraving

Sarojini Naidu (b / w photo)
XJF354212 Sarojini Naidu (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Born Sarojini Chattopadhyaya (1879-1949) Child prodigy

INDIA: MAHARAJAS, c1900. Composite portrait of forty maharajas and rajas of India, by an unknown artist, c1900

INDIA: GARUDA, c1780. Ramayana myth: Rama (Vishnu) and his wife Sita (Lakshmi) riding on Garuda, the sun-eagle. Indian miniature, c1780

NRIPENDRA NARAYAN (1863-1911). Maharaja of Koch Bihar. Photograph by W. & D. Downey, c1894

Guardstones at Vatadage, Quadrangle, Polonnaruwa, UNESCO World Heritage Site, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, Asia

Seated Buddha, Gal Vihara, Polonnaruwa, UNESCO World Heritage Site, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, Asia

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

People climbing up Sigiriya, UNESCO World Heritage Site, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, Asia

India, Maharashtra, Mumbai, the Brihan Mumbai Mahanagarpalika (Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) building by Victorian British architect Frederick William Stevens

Tropical island, South Male Atoll, Kaafu Atoll, Maldives

CHINA: BOXER REBELLION. Indian soldiers and two Chinese men at the Forbidden City, Beijing, during the Boxer Rebellion. Stereograph, c1901

SALT MARCH, c1930. Indian women carrying cookware to the Indian coast, to collect salt from the ocean in protest against the British tax on salt, c1930

INDIA: SIKKIM, 1969. Shinglay Lama and grandchildren near Singhik, Sikkim, India. Photograph by Alice Kandell, January 1969

INDIA: SIKKIM, c1970. Woman shopping at the Gangtok Bazaar in Sikkim, India. Photograph by Alice Kandell, c1970

INDIA: SIKKIM, 1969. The holiest reincarnate with teacher in front of Mount Kangchenjunga, Sikkim. Photograph by Alice Kandell, 1969

INDIA: TEXTILE MILL, c1942. Employees at a busy textile mill in Bombay, India. Photograph, c1942

INDIA: SIKKIM, 1979. People standing in the mist in Sikkim, India. Photograph by Alice S. Kandell

INDIA: BOMBAY, TEMPLE. Walkeshivar Mirryelldaso Hindu Temple in Bombay (now Mumbai), India. Photograph, early 20th century

INDIA: BOMBAY. Street in Bombay (now Mumbai), India. Photograph, early 20th century

INDIA: SHIVA LINGA. Shiva in a linga, a phallic symbol of the deitys generative power. Indian stone sculpture

INDIA: FAMILY PORTRAIT. A Parsi wedding party in India, late 19th or early 20th century

INDIA: MALARIA, c1929. Children of the workers from the firewood section just above Madras about to have their spleens checked for malaria by the League of Nations Malaria Investigation Committee

INDIA: BRAHMIN PRIEST. A Brahmin priest painting his forehead with the red and white marks of his sect and caste. Photograph, early 20th century

INDIA: MALARIA PREVENTION. A boy seated near an irrigation ditch in India, lined with concrete to deter malaria mosquitos. Photograph, c1929

INDIA: MALARIA PREVENTION. An irrigation ditch in India that has been lined with stones to encourage the growth of plants and deter malaria mosquitos. Photograph, c1929

INDIA: MALARIA PREVENTION. A team of men in India dusting both banks of a small stream with insecticide to prevent malaria. Photograph, c1929

INDIA: MALARIA PATIENT. A British doctor in India with a young malaria patient with an enlarged spleen. Photograph, c1929

INDIA: GIRLS, c1922. High caste Hindu girls in Bombay (now Mumbai), India. Stereograph, c1922

INDIA: CHILDREN, c1922. Hindu children of a high caste, dressed in elaborate clothes and accessories, from Bombay (now Mumbai), India. Photograph, c1922

INDIA: BOMBAY, c1922. Street scene in Bombay (now Mumbai), India. Photograph, c1922

INDIA: POLICEMAN, c1922. Police officer in Bombay (now Mumbai), India. Photograph, c1922

INDIA: BOMBAY, c1922. Hospital for plague victims in Bombay (now Mumbai), India. Photograph, c1922

MOHANDAS GANDHI (1869-1948). Indian nationalist and spiritual leader. Gandhi with his secretary Mahadev Desai in a bungalow in Madras, India, in 1921. Contemporary drawing

Costume design for Le Dieu Bleu, 1912 (w / c on paper)
XJF342491 Costume design for Le Dieu Bleu, 1912 (w/c on paper) by Bakst, Leon (1866-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

INDIA: AKBARs TOMB, c1907. In the beautiful white marble cloisters of Akbars Tomb, Agra, India. Stereograph, c1907

INDIA: JAIPUR, c1907. Mohammedans performing the sword dance in the festival of Mahorem, Jaipur, India. Stereograph, c1907

INDIA: LAXMI VILAS PALACE. Luxmivilas Palace, magnificent residence of the Prince of Baroda, India. Stereograph, c1907

INDIA: GANGES, c1907. Devout Hindus bathing, praying and drinking the water of the holy Ganges, Benares, India. Stereograph, c1907

INDIA: JAGDISH TEMPLE, c1907. The Jugdish Temple, a most perfect example of Hindu architecture, Udaipur, India. Stereograph, c1907

INDIA: UDAIPUR, c1907. The dazzling whiteness of the Orient - street leading to the Maharajas Palace, Udaipur, India. Stereograph, c1907

INDIA: JAIPUR, c1907. An Oriental omnibus - elephant with its load of passengers at the palace gate, Jaipur, India. Stereograph, c1907

INDIA: JAIPUR, c1907. The broad spacious Johri bazaar, a typical street in Jaipur, Indias model city. Stereograph, c1907

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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.