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RATINGS: Sites are rated from 1 owl (good) to a high of 5 owls. Read more- Madhubani Painting: An Introduction
In the northern Indian town of Madhubani, a traditional style of painting is practiced by Hindu women and passed down to their daughters. Painters depict both natural and mythological events. Although Madhubani painting has been practiced for centuries, this art form that was not known to the rest of the world until the mid-20th century. Learn about the history of this unique style at this online exhibit.
Madhubani Painting: Catalog of Paintings See images of paintings depicting the Hindu gods, many animals, and marriage.
- A Brief Introduction to Mughal Miniatures
When Mughals invaded South Asia in the 16th century, they brought with them miniature painting, an art form illustrating nonreligious stories. Mughal leaders often commissioned artists to depict their rulers as heroes to immortalize them for centuries to come. At the bottom of this page, follow links to additional information about the Mughal dynasties.
- Sulabh International Museum of Toilets
In 1917, French artist Marcel Duchamp submitted a urinal at an entry in a New York art exhibition. Little did he know that years later in India an entire museum devoted to toilets would exist. The Sulabh International Museum of Toilets explores the history of the toilet at this image-rich website.
- An Introduction to the Mahabharata
Don't have time to read the whole Mahabharata? This speech, given in 1991, provides an overview of the epic's contents. Whether or not it's read for religious reasons, the Mahabharata isa great tale full of excitement and suspense. This speech, given in 1991, provides an overview of the epic's contents
- Ramayana
Robin Hood? Batman? Xena? These heroes can't hold a candle to Rama. The Ramayana is the tale of Rama, the great warrior prince who battled the demon Ravana. This website presents an illustrated adaptation of the famous story. Pictures and sound bring the narrative to life, revealing an awesome tale for lovers of South Asian culture or anyone who enjoys adventure stories.
- Planet Bollywood
That's not a typo — India produces more motion pictures annually than any other country in the world. Look no further than Planet Bollywood to find India's hottest stars and best movies. Check out the results of the People's Choice Awards to find the most popular films and celebrities.
- Ajanta and Ellora
The caves of Ajanta and Ellora in India house some of the most magnificent pieces of cave art in the world. Filled with exquisite carvings and elaborate paintings these caves are places of beauty as well as religious significance. The Ajanta caves are of particular interest to Buddhists, while the caves at Ellora display Jain and Hindu imagery along with Buddhist ones. This website explores the caves in more detail with pictures, explanations, and more.
Art and Literature of South Asia
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