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Ruined Cities of Ceylon: Ruins of the Dalada Maligawa (b / w photo)
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Ruined Cities of Ceylon: Ruins of the Dalada Maligawa (b / w photo)
6009242 Ruined Cities of Ceylon: Ruins of the Dalada Maligawa (b/w photo) by Cave, Henry W. (1854-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ruins of the Dalada Maligawa. Illustration for The Ruined Cities of Ceylon by Henry W Cave, illustrated with photographs taken by the author in 1896, (3rd edn, Hutchinson, 1904). Gravure printed.); © Look and Learn
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Anuradhapura Ceylon Cities Eighteen Jungle Nineties Remains Sri Lanka Sri Lankan Dalada Maligawa
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This print captures the haunting beauty of the Ruins of the Dalada Maligawa in Ceylon. Taken by Henry W. Cave in 1896, this image is part of his renowned collection featured in "The Ruined Cities of Ceylon". The photograph showcases the remnants of a once majestic city, now engulfed by nature's embrace. The Dalada Maligawa, also known as the Temple of the Tooth Relic, was a sacred Buddhist temple that stood as a symbol of spiritual devotion and architectural grandeur. However, time has taken its toll on this ancient marvel, leaving behind crumbling walls and overgrown vegetation. As we gaze upon this scene, we are transported back to the nineteenth century when Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) was still under colonial rule. It serves as a poignant reminder of how civilizations rise and fall throughout history. The contrast between man-made structures and nature's resilience is strikingly evident here. The lush jungle surrounds what remains of Anuradhapura, creating an atmosphere that is both melancholic and awe-inspiring. Through this photograph, we are invited to reflect on our own impermanence and appreciate the fleeting nature of human achievements. The ruins stand as silent witnesses to centuries gone by while beckoning us to contemplate their stories etched within their weathered stones. In capturing these ruins with such artistry, Henry W. Cave invites us to delve into history's mysteries and immerse ourselves in the allure of
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