Chaitya halls

GPTKB entity

Statements (56)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Buddhist_temple
gptkbp:architect gptkb:unknown
ancient builders
gptkbp:architectural_style Viharas
gptkbp:art_style gptkb:sculptures
gptkb:frescoes
carvings
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:Buddhism
gptkb:cultural_exchange
gptkb:trade_routes
monastic communities
pilgrimage routes
gptkbp:characteristic gptkb:rock_formations
gptkbp:construction_material gptkb:stone
gptkb:rock
gptkbp:cultural_significance tourist attractions
pilgrimage sites
gptkbp:example cave architecture
gptkbp:feature gptkb:Kami
gptkbp:function gptkb:place_of_worship
gptkbp:historical_period Ancient India
gptkbp:historical_significance gptkb:tourism
cultural events
educational purposes
Buddhist heritage
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Chaitya halls
gptkbp:influence Indian culture
Indian art
gptkbp:influenced_by local traditions
regional styles
gptkbp:layout gptkb:apse
longitudinal
aisles
central nave
gptkbp:location gptkb:India
gptkbp:notable_examples gptkb:Elephanta_Caves
gptkb:Ajanta_Caves
gptkb:Bhaja_Caves
gptkb:Kanheri_Caves
Karla Caves
gptkbp:notable_features acoustic properties
natural lighting
elaborate entrances
large vaulted ceilings
intricate pillars
gptkbp:preservation_efforts restoration projects
archaeological studies
gptkbp:research_interest gptkb:archaeologists
history
art history
religious studies
gptkbp:used_for gptkb:rituals
meditation
gatherings
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Ajanta_and_Ellora_Caves
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5