Stone Carving Collection (#29)

Walled village, Kam Tin, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Ahu Tongariki, Easter Island (Rapa Nui), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Chile, South America

Ahu Akivi, Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Chile, South America

Ahu Tahai, Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Chile, South America

Moais, Cantera Rano Raraku, Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Chile, South America

Ahu Tongariki, Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Chile, South America

The only church in the town of Isluga, Parque Nacional Volcan Isluga (Volcan Isluga National Park), Chile, South America

Three of the fifteen huge moai statues standing with their backs to the ocean, restored by archaeologists after destruction in 1960 by a tidal wave, Ahu Tongariki, Easter Island

Petroglyph of tuna fish, Ahu Tongariki, Easter Island, Chile, Pacific

Ahu Tongariki, Easter Island, Chile, Pacific

Ahu Ko Te Riku, Easter Island, Chile, Pacific

Silhouettes, Ahu Vai Uri, Easter Island, Chile, Pacific

Birthplace of the moai, with numerous heads left on slopes, Volcan Rano Raraku, Rapa Nui National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Easter Island, Chile, Pacific

Advanced platform masonry, Ahu Vinapu, Easter Island, Chile, Pacific

Rano Raraku, moai on inner slopes of volcanic crater, Easter Island, Chile, Pacific

Line of statues, Ahu Tongariki, Easter Island, Chile

Birdman Petroglyphs at Orongo, the ceremonial village on Ranocau Crater rim; bird islands offshore are Motu Kao Kao, Motu Iti and Motu Nui, Easter Island, Chile

Birdman petroglyphs at Orongo ceremonial village on rim of crater Rano Kau, offshore lie bird islands of Motu Kao Kao, Motu Iri and Motu Nui, Easter Island, Chile, Pacific

Ahu Akivi, unlike most statues these are inland and face the sea, Easter Island, Chile, Pacific

Ahu Akivi, an inland ahu, Easter Island, Chile, Pacific

Ahu Nau Nau at Anakena, Easter Island, Chile, Pacific

Ahu Nau Nau at Anakena Beach, Easter Island, Chile

Anakena Beach with Ahu Nau Nau, Easter Island, Chile, Pacific

Silhouette of Ahu Tahai in foreground and behind the five moai (statues) of Ahu Vai Uri, Easter Island, Chile

Ahu Ko Te Riku at Tahai, the only moai (statue) with restored eyes, Easter Island, Chile

Chinatown, Victoria, British Columbia (B. C. ), Canada, North America
Chinatown, Victoria, British Columbia (B.C.), Canada, North America

Detail of stone carvings, Banteay Srei, Angkor, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Site of Kbal Spean, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Asia

Buddhist monks at the temple complex of Angkor Wat, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Asia

The Bayon Temple, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Asia

Buddhist monk at Angkor Wat, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Asia

Relief carving on the temple at Angkor Wat, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Asia

Close-up of carved relief, Angkor Wat, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Asia

East Mebon Temple, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Asia

Ta Prohm Temple, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Asia

Temple of Bantey Srei, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Asia

Inner enclosure of Bante Srei (Banteay Srei) Temple, dating from the 10th century, Angkor, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Stone bas-reliefs depicting scenes of rural life and historical events, in the Bayon Temple complex, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Gateway to the Bayon Temple complex, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Myriad stone heads typifying Cambodia, the Bayon Temple, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Asia

The Bayon and stone faces of Lokesvara, temples of Angkor, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Angkor, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

The Independence Monument, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Buddhist monks at Angkor Wat, Angkor, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Asia

Buddhist monks at the Bayon temple, Angkor, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Asia

Ta Prohn, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Asia

Ruins at archaeological site, Ta Prohm temple, Angkor, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Banteay Srei, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia

The Bayon temple complex, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia

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Stone carving is an ancient art form that has left its mark on numerous iconic landmarks around the world. From the intricate details of La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona to the breathtaking view of Alnmouth village with River Aln flowing into the North Sea, stone carvings have a way of capturing our attention and imagination. In Cambodia's Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, traditional apsara dancers come to life through meticulously carved stones, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of this Southeast Asian nation. Similarly, Indonesia's Bali boasts stunning stone reliefs depicting Rama and Sita's epic tale, transporting visitors back in time. Even in bustling cities like New York City, amidst Bow Bridge in Central Park stands as a testament to the enduring beauty of stone carving. Meanwhile, Afghanistan's Bamiyan once housed a magnificent Buddha statue carved into cliffs before it was tragically destroyed by the Taliban. Traveling across continents brings us to Easter Island (Rapa Nui), where enigmatic Moai statues stand tall against Chilean landscapes. In Colombia's Plaza Bolivar or England's Men-an-Tol cromlech near Penzance, Cornwall - these stone carvings connect us with history and culture from different corners of our planet. One cannot miss Brazil's Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) statue overlooking Rio de Janeiro; its grandeur exemplifies how they are create awe-inspiring monuments that leave an indelible impression on all who witness them. And even on Micronesia's Yap island lies a unique sight: a stone money bank representing both tradition and wealth within Pacific cultures. From ancient Buddhas dating back centuries to modern-day masterpieces adorning cityscapes worldwide - these captivating examples highlight how stone carving continues to captivate hearts and minds throughout generations.