Non Western Script Collection (#3)

Stone forest, ShiLin, China
Stone forest in ShiLin park. UNESCO world heritage site

Religious text on a stone, Swayambhunath, Kathmandu, Nepal

Large Mani stone surrounded by Himalayan peaksNamche BazaarSagarmatha National ParkNepal

Mani stone wall inscribed with Buddhist Mantra Sagarmatha National ParkEverest regionNepal

Hwaseong Fortress, World Heritage, South Korea
Hwaseong Fortress, Suwon

Hwaseong Fortress, World Heritage, South Korea
Hwaseong Fortress, Suwon

Guide plates, Hwaseong Fortress, World Heritage
Hwaseong Fortress, Suwon

Cuneiform inscription, Persepolis
IRAN, Fars, cuneiform inscription by Xerxes, Palace of Darius (Tachara), Persepolis (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979), Iran. Achaemenid civilisation, 6th-5th century BC

Interior of the Cantonese Assembly Hall. Hoi An
Interior of the Cantonese Assembly Hall, known locally as Quang Dong. Hoi quan quang dong. Hoi An, Quang Nam, Vietnam, South-East Asia, Asia

Cuneiform script in persepolis, Iran
Photograph of ancient cuneiform script in persepolis, near Shiraz, Fars Province, Iran

245 foot long prayer wheel wall and Buddhist Stupa
Part of the 245 foot long prayer wheel wall and Buddhist Stupas built by the Mangyul Kyidong Welfare Association, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Swayambhunath, Kathmandu city, Nepal, Asia

Mexico, Chiapas State, Palenque 7th Century, UNESCO World Heritage Site

China, Chongqing, Dazu County, stone sculptures of Bodhisattva Manjushri riding lion and Samantabhadra riding elephant
China - Chongqing - Dazu County - Mount Baoding - Dazu Rock Carvings (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1999). Stone sculptures, Tang Dynasty, 11th century

China, Chongqing, Dazu County, Dazu Rock Carvings at Mount Baoding
China - Chongqing - Dazu County - Mount Baoding - Dazu Rock Carvings (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1999), Tang Dynasty, 11th century

China, Sichuan, Dujiangyan, Dujiangyan irrigation system
China - Sichuan - Dujiangyan - Dujiangyan irrigation system (UNESCO World Heritage List, 2000), built in the 3rd century b.C. to control the waters of Minjiang river

China, Sichuan, Dujiangyan, people praying in Two Kings Temple at Dujiangyan irrigation system
China - Sichuan - Dujiangyan - Dujiangyan irrigation system (UNESCO World Heritage List, 2000), built in the 3rd century b.C. to control the waters of Minjiang river

China, Sichuan, Dujiangyan, entrance to Dujiangyan irrigation system
China - Sichuan - Dujiangyan - Entrance to the area of Dujiangyan irrigation system (UNESCO World Heritage List, 2000), built in the 3rd century b.C. to control the waters of Minjiang river

China, Beijing, painted wooden gallery in The Long Corridor at Imperial Summer Palace
China - Beijing - Imperial Summer Palace (Yi he Yuan, UNESCO World Heritage List, 1998). The Long Corridor (Chang Lang), painted wooden gallery, detail

China, Shanxi province, entrance to Yungang Grottoes
China - Shanxi province - Surroundings of Datong - Yungang Grottoes (UNESCO World Heritage List, 2001). Entrance

China, Beijing, ceiling of The Long Corridor at Imperial Summer Palace
China - Beijing - Imperial Summer Palace (Yi he Yuan, UNESCO World Heritage List, 1998). The Long Corridor (Chang Lang), painted wooden gallery, detail of the ceiling

Japan, Kansai, Nara, Kasuga Taisha Shrine
Japan - Kansai - Nara. Kasuga Taisha Shrine (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1998)

Egypt, Medinet Habu, Luxor, Luxor Governorate, Mortuary temple of Ramses III
Paleography - Egypt - Ancient Thebes (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979) - Medinet Habu - Mortuary temple of Ramses III (1184-1153 b.C.). Detail of columns and walls carved with figures and heiroglyphs

Denmark, Syddanmark Region, Vejle Municipality, Jelling, Runestones detail of runestone UNESCO World Heritage Site

Denmark, Syddanmark Region, Vejle Municipality, Jelling, Jelling Runestones, Haralds runestone UNESCO World Heritage Site

Lenin sweeping Monarchy, Church and Bourgeoisie from the face of the earth

Marble inscribing grave relief
Marble inscribed grave relief, perhaps from Macedonia, AD 250-300. Represented within the apsidal surface of the slab are busts of a male, a female and two children

View of egyptian head sculpture
11. Head of a stone figurine, familiar from representations of Isis. From an Alexandrian workshop. 12 Head of a steatite figurine representing a Ptolemy Queen or a goddess. 13

Cambodia, Banteay Chhmar, Beware of landmines sign

Italy, Genoa, cherry blossoms in Yoshino by Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849), woodcut 19th century, Museo Di Arte Orientale Edoardo Chiossone (Art Museum)

19th Century, 940 18 89022643
940 18 89022643

Gold collar, ring and bracelet, detail with incised name Heva, from princely burial of Germanic warrior
Barbarian civilizations, France, 5th century. Goldsmiths art. Treasure of Pouan, princely burial of a Germanic warrior. Gold collar, ring and bracelet. Detail with incised name Heva

Matzah, traditional Jewish, unleavened bread eaten during Passover

Ethiopia, two angels holding swords, from Arab manuscript
Arab manuscript, Coptic Period, 14th century. Parchment with text on magic, from Ethiopia. Illustration shows two angels holding a sword

Tunisia, Sidi Abdakkah, Mosaic depicting net fishing and octopus fishing
Roman civilization, 3rd century A.D. Mosaic depicting net fishing and octopus fishing. From Sidi Abdakkah, Tunisia

Clay working during colonial period by Fra Bernardino de Sahagun from The Code of Florence Historia general de las
Manuscript, Mexico, 16th century. Clay working during colonial period. From The Code of Florence " Historia general de las cosas de Nueva Espana" by Fra Bernardino de Sahagun in Spanish

Egyptian Grammar, Chapter I, plate, folio 10, by Jean Francois Champollion
Egyptian civilization - Jean Francois Champollion (1790-1832), Egyptian Grammar, 1841. Chapter I, plate, folio 10

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Explore the captivating world of non-western scripts, where ancient tales and cultural heritage are etched into every stroke. Embark on a journey along the Everest Base Camp Trek, where majestic stupas and Mani stones stand as silent witnesses to centuries-old traditions. Marvel at the 3000 BC cuneiform writing on clay slabs, a front-row view into the birth of written language. In Okinawa's Naha city, Surijo Castle proudly displays its UNESCO World Cultural Heritage status, showcasing Japan's rich history through intricate script. Travel further east to Russia's Karelia region and discover Kizhi Pogost, adorned with holy icon frescoes in the church of Transfiguration on Kizhi Island. Istanbul beckons with its mosaic masterpiece in Haghia Sophia Mosque; behold Virgin Mary cradling Jesus in her arms—a testament to Turkey's diverse cultural tapestry. Venture south to Hsipaw Township in Myanmar and witness Burmese script adorning walls while a senior Buddhist monk imparts wisdom in the background. Delve into Byzantine artistry with a miniature from Oracle of Leo VI Wise depicting Constantinople between two ravens—an enchanting glimpse into an empire long gone. In Ethiopia's Aksum lies Church of St Mary of Zion, adorned with vibrant frescoes that have stood for centuries as testaments to faith. Unearth fragments of history within the Papyrus of the King or Royal Canon—a window into ancient Egyptian civilization and their mastery over hieroglyphics. Traverse China's Sichuan province to Dujiangyan irrigation system; here, people pray amidst Two Kings Temple while characters dance across temple walls. Transport yourself back to Macedonia under King Perseus' reign through his minted tetradrachm—coins that tell stories beyond their monetary value. Finally, immerse yourself in Japanese poetry as vases decorated with Adonis come alive alongside poems by Ichotei Mitsunori and Fudegaki.