From the ninth century until the sixteenth century, the region of South India was ruled by the Chola, Pandya, and Krishnadeva Raya...

This blog provides essential tips for cleaning and maintaining handcrafted metal, stone, and wood statues. https://www.exoticindiaart.com...

The list goes from simple stand-alone diyas at the altar to magnificent wall pieces with wicks to give a regal look to any space,...

This is an article about the ways Dussehra is celebrated in different states of India. It discusses the cultural and traditional...

This is an article about miniature paintings of the Mughal Empire in India. It discusses the origins of the art form and its development...

This is an article about the symbolism of the Dakini in Tantric Buddhism. It discusses the etymology of the word lama and the role of...

The knitting together of form and color into a coordinated harmony is the hallmark of this art. Form and color are so blended that the...

The article is about the Medicine Buddha, a symbol of healing and transformation. According to the article, the Medicine Buddha revealed...

This is an article about the Hindu goddess Ganga. It discusses her origins and descent from heaven to earth. Her role as a purifier is...

This is an article about fashion trends in India. It discusses the influence of tradition and modernity on Indian fashion. The...

This is an article about the Samudra Manthan, a Hindu myth about the churning of the ocean. It discusses the symbolism behind the...

This is an article about the Hindu goddess Parvati. It discusses her various names and titles. Parvati is the most celebrated of the...

Delve into the enchanting tale of Sati and Shiva, an extraordinary saga of love, sacrifice, and transcendence that unveils the secrets of...

Love and Passion in Tantric Buddist Art : An article talking about the erotic art of tantra and tantric Buddhism....

This article recounts the heroic battle between Indra and Vritra, a story which has origins in the Vedas. However, since you are my...

A Kali in Every Woman - Motherhood and the Dark Goddess Archetype : This article tries to unravel the mysteries entwined with Goddess...

For many centuries, Lord Buddha paintings and artefacts have brought in bliss, prosperity, and wealth.  Both Hindus and Buddhists believe...

Ganesha, revered and regarded all across the country as the “Lord of Beginnings” and the “Remover of Obstacles” – he is the facet of the...

Lord Ayyappa is a popular Hindu deity in the Indian state of Kerala and is associated with the Sabarimala temple and pilgrimage. The...

While the story of Shakuntala is best known through the play of the same name by Kalidasa, the story originally occurs in the...