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Masterpieces of the rocks
The 10 best masterpieces from the cliffs were created a long time ago, but to this day represent the most important historical monuments in the world. They are eternal, because it is carved out of solid rock, or made of stone. This amazing mountain churches and unique masterpieces, which for centuries is a place of pilgrimage of hundreds of thousands of people. To start our virtual tour from the South of Egypt, where next to a beautiful mountain lake located a few giant mountain temples.
Abu Simbel, Egypt
The temples of Abu Simbel unsurpassed. They are located next to the beautiful waters of Lake Nasser in southern Egypt, represent a huge historical heritage, created BC There are two magnificent temple, built of solid rocks — the temple of Pharaoh Ramses II and the temple of his Queen, Nefertari. These monuments are so old and sacred that have been moved from their original location closer to the inner part of the coast, because of the increasing water level of the lake. The migration of these giant mountain of masterpieces — just one of the impressive facts that You discover during a trip to Abu Simbel. There is also a big giant colossi in the main facades of both temples and a small statue and many ancient inscriptions.
The Church of St. Peter in Jordanienne temple of Petra in Jordan offers to experience similar historical experience, because it is located in neighboring Egypt the country of the Jordan, and was created BC... Petra — a large beautiful Church with the main facade is made of solid mountain. In addition, Petra is an ancient city, where history can be found on every stone, facade or a mountain ridge. The grace of perfection, the choice of forms and the magnificent rock structures of the temple of El Khazneh create an amazing combination. Al Khazneh is the most famous and most photographed landmark in Petra. This place is also known as the Treasury, with its gigantic facade carved out of Sandstone cliffs. The temple is part of the mountain as an eternal part of the history of the 3rd century BC, enchanting even in the 21st century. One glance is enough to impress Your imagination when You see the main facade of Treasury in Petra. Besides, the journey in this unique historic village offers many other beautiful discoveries.
Borobudur in Indonesiamalaysia in the most southern Indonesia and visit another impressive temple, which derives from the 9th century. This complex of Borobudur, which is one of the largest and most beautiful Buddhist temples in the world. He stands majestically above the main landscapes on the island of Java, as an endless reminder of past eras and beautiful cultural Buddhist heritage. The temple itself is truly extraordinary structure with six giant square platforms. Their shape is unique, with hundreds of Buddha statues, hidden in the mystical stupas. Historical relief and decoration is even more impressive. These breathtaking sights of Borobudur are very popular among travelers, enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding nature.
Monastery of St. George, Ethiopian Western outskirts of the mountain village of Lalibela in Ethiopia is the other tempting mountain masterpiece that is worth visiting is the monastery of St. George. The Church was built almost 9 centuries ago, and is currently one of the most remarkable ancient sites throughout the country. Shades of reddish and clearly visible protective purpose make the complex rather strange for the Church. Reddish colors occur because of the special volcanic rocks, while high vertical walls with horizontal parallel lines provide a unique defense, which was very important in past centuries. The facades depict the shape of a cross, which is another mystical feature of the Church is a unique historical miracle in the 9th century. You can easily find a variety of mystical relics around the Ethiopian monastery of St. George, one of the most isolated monasteries in the world.
Kappadokiya Turkish region of Cappadocia in Central Turkey is an unrivalled Paradise of ancient rock formations, rock-cut monasteries and sculptures. Around the Northern outskirts of the village of Uchisar, for example, You will see a high mountain peak, covered with dark mystical holes. In fact, it is the entrances and Windows of numerous ancient dwellings, many of which are inhabited to this day. From the top You can take full advantage of the breathtaking overview of Cappadocia. This amazing area is known for the iconic Magic rocks (called chimneys) which rise above the ground with their strange sharp conical shapes. They were created by ancient civilizations with a very interesting architectural visions. Cappadocia - Turkish true miracle of nature.
Sphinxlike Egyptian Sphinx of Giza is located at the entrance to the most famous and iconic historical complex in the world — the Great Egyptian pyramids of Giza. This amazing complex is also one of the largest built for a few thousand years BC Giant pyramid dominating the horizon South-West of Cairo, but the Great Sphinx is the most mysterious and enigmatic among them. The Sphinx symbolizes the majestic guardian of the legacy of the pyramids. His huge form reaches 75 metres in length and almost 20 metres in height. Even from the most remote corners of Cairo offers a great view of the Sphinx, especially when the Golden sunset light that covers the silhouette of the majestic pyramids.
Rock reliefs Gazzanelli reliefs of Dazu rock carvings can be seen in the same village in China that brings together the historical and cultural aspects of Buddhism as well as Confucian and Taoist teachings and beliefs. During the tour You can explore the numerous giant and small statues, as well as complex patterns, colorful structure, panoramic terraces, a complex network of walkways, beautiful nature and a mystical charm. This amazing complex is from the middle of the 7th century, but during the reign of other dynasties in the following centuries others were added numerous statues and carvings that are created within the complex to Dazu. The complex is a wonderful example of ancient reliefs and stone carving.
Coastal temple Mahabalipuram near the beach and endless blue ocean along the Southeast coast of India is a beautiful historic Church. This is another tempting place to visit while travelling in this part of India. The coastal temple of Mamallapuram combines the beauty of the exotic beach, refreshing ocean breezes and mystical historical heritage of traditional local architecture. This combination gives the temple Mahabalipuram special charm unique to these places. Here You can explore a giant wall with many complex statues and relief images of elephants and people.
Mount Rushmore, Sagara Rushmore in the USA — the youngest a masterpiece of art of the rocks in relation to other sites in this list. Sculpture of mount Rushmore was created in the middle of the last century, as a symbol of power and eternity of the country. Faces of four American presidents are carved in the solid granite rock, while their scale and proportions are huge — almost 20 meters in height.
Buddha statue in Lasani finally, a selection of ten masterpieces of the rocks ends with a giant Buddha statue in Leshan, China. The giant Buddha is located in the southern part of the city of Leshan, at the confluence of several rivers, surrounded by scenic lush green jungle. The sculpture comes from the 8th century, the statue depicts a seated Buddha with his hands on his knees and straight look. What really makes the sculpture Lasana so impressive, so is the height of almost 70 meters. Buddha carved out of solid dark reddish rock, and its summit covered with lush green vegetation. Additionally, this is one of the most famous Buddha statues in the world. At the sight of this unique mountain masterpiece is difficult to imagine how the ancient civilizations managed to build such a huge mountain temples hundreds of years ago, possessing only primitive tools. Visiting one of these places, You will be amazed at its grandeur and scale.
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Abu Simbel, Egypt
The temples of Abu Simbel unsurpassed. They are located next to the beautiful waters of Lake Nasser in southern Egypt, represent a huge historical heritage, created BC There are two magnificent temple, built of solid rocks — the temple of Pharaoh Ramses II and the temple of his Queen, Nefertari. These monuments are so old and sacred that have been moved from their original location closer to the inner part of the coast, because of the increasing water level of the lake. The migration of these giant mountain of masterpieces — just one of the impressive facts that You discover during a trip to Abu Simbel. There is also a big giant colossi in the main facades of both temples and a small statue and many ancient inscriptions.
The Church of St. Peter in Jordanienne temple of Petra in Jordan offers to experience similar historical experience, because it is located in neighboring Egypt the country of the Jordan, and was created BC... Petra — a large beautiful Church with the main facade is made of solid mountain. In addition, Petra is an ancient city, where history can be found on every stone, facade or a mountain ridge. The grace of perfection, the choice of forms and the magnificent rock structures of the temple of El Khazneh create an amazing combination. Al Khazneh is the most famous and most photographed landmark in Petra. This place is also known as the Treasury, with its gigantic facade carved out of Sandstone cliffs. The temple is part of the mountain as an eternal part of the history of the 3rd century BC, enchanting even in the 21st century. One glance is enough to impress Your imagination when You see the main facade of Treasury in Petra. Besides, the journey in this unique historic village offers many other beautiful discoveries.
Borobudur in Indonesiamalaysia in the most southern Indonesia and visit another impressive temple, which derives from the 9th century. This complex of Borobudur, which is one of the largest and most beautiful Buddhist temples in the world. He stands majestically above the main landscapes on the island of Java, as an endless reminder of past eras and beautiful cultural Buddhist heritage. The temple itself is truly extraordinary structure with six giant square platforms. Their shape is unique, with hundreds of Buddha statues, hidden in the mystical stupas. Historical relief and decoration is even more impressive. These breathtaking sights of Borobudur are very popular among travelers, enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding nature.
Monastery of St. George, Ethiopian Western outskirts of the mountain village of Lalibela in Ethiopia is the other tempting mountain masterpiece that is worth visiting is the monastery of St. George. The Church was built almost 9 centuries ago, and is currently one of the most remarkable ancient sites throughout the country. Shades of reddish and clearly visible protective purpose make the complex rather strange for the Church. Reddish colors occur because of the special volcanic rocks, while high vertical walls with horizontal parallel lines provide a unique defense, which was very important in past centuries. The facades depict the shape of a cross, which is another mystical feature of the Church is a unique historical miracle in the 9th century. You can easily find a variety of mystical relics around the Ethiopian monastery of St. George, one of the most isolated monasteries in the world.
Kappadokiya Turkish region of Cappadocia in Central Turkey is an unrivalled Paradise of ancient rock formations, rock-cut monasteries and sculptures. Around the Northern outskirts of the village of Uchisar, for example, You will see a high mountain peak, covered with dark mystical holes. In fact, it is the entrances and Windows of numerous ancient dwellings, many of which are inhabited to this day. From the top You can take full advantage of the breathtaking overview of Cappadocia. This amazing area is known for the iconic Magic rocks (called chimneys) which rise above the ground with their strange sharp conical shapes. They were created by ancient civilizations with a very interesting architectural visions. Cappadocia - Turkish true miracle of nature.
Sphinxlike Egyptian Sphinx of Giza is located at the entrance to the most famous and iconic historical complex in the world — the Great Egyptian pyramids of Giza. This amazing complex is also one of the largest built for a few thousand years BC Giant pyramid dominating the horizon South-West of Cairo, but the Great Sphinx is the most mysterious and enigmatic among them. The Sphinx symbolizes the majestic guardian of the legacy of the pyramids. His huge form reaches 75 metres in length and almost 20 metres in height. Even from the most remote corners of Cairo offers a great view of the Sphinx, especially when the Golden sunset light that covers the silhouette of the majestic pyramids.
Rock reliefs Gazzanelli reliefs of Dazu rock carvings can be seen in the same village in China that brings together the historical and cultural aspects of Buddhism as well as Confucian and Taoist teachings and beliefs. During the tour You can explore the numerous giant and small statues, as well as complex patterns, colorful structure, panoramic terraces, a complex network of walkways, beautiful nature and a mystical charm. This amazing complex is from the middle of the 7th century, but during the reign of other dynasties in the following centuries others were added numerous statues and carvings that are created within the complex to Dazu. The complex is a wonderful example of ancient reliefs and stone carving.
Coastal temple Mahabalipuram near the beach and endless blue ocean along the Southeast coast of India is a beautiful historic Church. This is another tempting place to visit while travelling in this part of India. The coastal temple of Mamallapuram combines the beauty of the exotic beach, refreshing ocean breezes and mystical historical heritage of traditional local architecture. This combination gives the temple Mahabalipuram special charm unique to these places. Here You can explore a giant wall with many complex statues and relief images of elephants and people.
Mount Rushmore, Sagara Rushmore in the USA — the youngest a masterpiece of art of the rocks in relation to other sites in this list. Sculpture of mount Rushmore was created in the middle of the last century, as a symbol of power and eternity of the country. Faces of four American presidents are carved in the solid granite rock, while their scale and proportions are huge — almost 20 meters in height.
Buddha statue in Lasani finally, a selection of ten masterpieces of the rocks ends with a giant Buddha statue in Leshan, China. The giant Buddha is located in the southern part of the city of Leshan, at the confluence of several rivers, surrounded by scenic lush green jungle. The sculpture comes from the 8th century, the statue depicts a seated Buddha with his hands on his knees and straight look. What really makes the sculpture Lasana so impressive, so is the height of almost 70 meters. Buddha carved out of solid dark reddish rock, and its summit covered with lush green vegetation. Additionally, this is one of the most famous Buddha statues in the world. At the sight of this unique mountain masterpiece is difficult to imagine how the ancient civilizations managed to build such a huge mountain temples hundreds of years ago, possessing only primitive tools. Visiting one of these places, You will be amazed at its grandeur and scale.
Source: lifeglobe.net/
