Author: Michell George
Place: Mumbai
Publisher: JAICO Publishing House
Year: 2017
Pages: 128
ISBN: 978-93-86867-04-9
Subject: Bombay/ Mumbai
Sub-Subject: Bombay
Keyword: Art & Architecture
Shelf: C6R2
Accession No: B1327
Contents: Foreword Author’s Preface The Setting Architecture and Art Outside Nasik Around Junnar In the Heart of the Ghats Greater Mumbai and Beyond Chronology of the Caves Bibliography Glossary Index
Abstract: *Buddhist Rock-Cut Monasteries of the Western Ghats* explores the historical, architectural, and spiritual significance of Buddhist cave complexes across India’s Western Ghats. Beginning with a foreword and author’s preface, the book examines the geographical and artistic features of these sites. It covers key regions like Nasik, Junnar, and other parts of the Ghats, including Greater Mumbai. A detailed chronology highlights the evolution of these caves, focusing on their craftsmanship. The book concludes with a glossary, bibliography, and index, offering a comprehensive resource for understanding the legacy of these ancient Buddhist monasteries in India’s cultural heritage.