Mahabalipuram: History in Stone The ancient tradition of stone carving is still alive in the region, and rhythmic sounds of hammer and chisel on stone afford a glimpse of how these monuments, rock-cut caves and sculptures came into being, almost fifteen hundred years ago. Here, one can see Master Sculptor Thirunavukarasu create an exquisite statue of Buddha out of the black granite stone. VC: Supriya Sahu IAS | TheBetterIndia

This has to be the world’s most detailed ancient stone carving, and you’re probably never heard of it. Full video on YT, look up ‘Liam Richards’ #india #ancienthistory #ancientarchitecture #hoysala | Liam Richards