Background

Sañchi

Part 1: The original Stupa: Basic Features (3rd - 2nd CE)

The "Great Stupa" today

Three dimensional features

Stupa ground plan

Four entrances to the Stupa

Symbolism

The Stupa worshipped as a human being

The Stupa as a representation of the world

The Buddhist stupa as an enlightened form

Part 2: The Gateways: Images of Early Buddhist Worship (1st BCE - 1st CE)

Nature of the stone carvings

Frequently depicted scenes of worship

Worship focused on the wheel

Worship at trees

Column carvings show royal procession

Animal and nature spirits engaged in worship

Ornamentation of various gates protray scenes of worship

Figures shown on the east gate of the Stupa

Part 3: The History of Sañchi (1st CE and later)

Gupta Period Temple (5th CE)

Gupta Period Temple & Columns (5th CE)

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