The Arjuna’s Penance located at Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, is considered as the world’s largest bas-relief measuring 31m x 9m. This huge whale-back shaped rock contains figures of gods, demigods, men, beasts, and birds and is said to be one of the biggest open-air rock canvases in the world. The surface of the rock has detailed carvings, showing the most endearing and natural depictions of animals especially the elephants and monkeys.
Arjuna’s Penance, Mahabalipuram
The Arjuna's Penance located at Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, is considered as the world's largest bas-relief measuring 31m x 9m
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