A zen-hike up Kanheri Caves: Explore the Ancient, Ecofriendly Buddhist Way of Living
Aug 10 '19 | 10:00 AM (IST)
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On the Island of Salsette, in western outskirts of Mumbai are the Kanheri caves. Popular narratives tell us a lot of stories about their origin. This tour, however, will seek answers on its own. The immersive, experiential visit will help us understand how the Kanheri caves are historically important to the establishment of the mega polis Mumbai. We will have a bunch of mysteries to ponder upon- How did the Buddhist monks find this place? Who built the sculptures? How did the news about the caves reach the traders? Are these caves natural? How did they live here and what values did they hold close? This region was integral to a thriving trade route and attracted traders from all over the world. Together, we will unearth these and many other mysteries of the Buddhist connection to this far-off location.
The sustainable architecture and rainwater harvesting system of these caves will pique your interest. Their practices will make you wonder if the solutions to global water wars is in systems like these.
Many questions like these will cross your mind - the answers to which lie in within the caves, waiting to be unraveled.
As a giveaway, you also get a Fabindia coupon worth INR 500!
Know Your Experience Leader- Poulomi
Poulomi, at India Curated, is a Consultant for Museums & Heritage Spaces. She writes a blog, and is a visiting faculty to various design schools in India.
She was the Project Coordinator, Sister Nivedita Museum & Knowledge Centre, Kolkata, and creator of the Collection Management System for the Hiremath Art & Heritage Foundation, Mumbai. She was a Nehru Trust Fellow in 2015 and 2006 to the V&A and British Museums, and an International Visitor Leadership Program Fellow, Department of State, Bureau of Educational & Cultural Affairs, USA, in 2010. Previously she was Senior Assistant Curator, Special Exhibitions & Marketing, and Outreach Officer for the Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Mumbai City Museum and worked in a number of museum and archival positions including the Bihar and Buddha Smriti Park Museums, Patna. She has a BA (Hons) in English Literature, Sub: Drawing & Painting, from Rajasthan University, Jaipur and an MA in English Literature from M S University, Baroda.
Please Note:
- Please carry footwear for hiking
- Be prepared with rainwear for monsoon showers
- Carry water and energy drinks to prevent dehydration
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