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Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. Edit
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The Mathura Buddhas represent one of the finest developments in Indian art. It is not just a diachronic sculpture but a medieval Indian sculptural descriptor where Buddha is depicted as just not a historical figure but a figure worthy of bowing down. The Mathura Buddhas were quite different from the Gandhara ones. In fact it can be said that Lord Buddha was for the first time represented in human form in the Mathura and Gandhara Schools of Art. The standing Mathura Buddha is a colossal statue wearing monastic robes. The transparent robes which is carved with circular lines once again points at his masculine body. The transparent robes carved with deeply etched circular lines also point to a strong physique. The right shoulder is bare as the left shoulder is draped elegantly. The halo behind Buddha`s head in Mathura, signalling his divinity, is marked with a scalloped design on the edge. In the background, there is the foliage of peepal tree, also a symbol of Buddha as he attained enlightenment. The lively naturalism with which the leaves are treated is a treat for the eyes.
Mathura Buddha, Indian Sculpture
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Best Season to VisitEdit
October to March
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Morning, Afternoon, Evening.
Time Required for SightseeingEdit
1 – 2 hours.
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How to ReachEdit
Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.
Bus : Mathura is well connected with nearby cities like Agra, Faizabad and Allahabad by state owned road transport corporation buses. Tourist Deluxe bus services are available from Delhi to Mathura, costing about Rs 500 per head.
Train : Mathura Railway junction is an important rail head in the Mumbai – Delhi, Chennai – Delhi rail route. Regular train services are available from Mathura to Delhi (Shatabdi Exp), Mumbai (Bdts Garib Rath), Kolkata ((Toofan Exp) and Chennai (G T Exp) along with many other cities in India.
Air : Delhi International airport is the nearest one, which is 147 km away from Mathura. Delhi airport is well connected with major cities within the country and abroad. Taxis are available from Delhi and it takes about 9 hours to reach Mathura and fare is about Rs 2500.
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Things to CarryEdit
- Camera, Plenty of water.
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- Police : 100.
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- Ambulance : 102.
