Monte Brasil “Phoenician sanctuaries”
Rock cut chambers, possible prehistoric structures made long before the coming of Portuguese in the 14th century. Similar rock-cut structures have been found on Corvo and Santa Maria islands and, reportedly, on Flores. Researchers consider that these can be Carthaginian (Phoenician) temples from the 4th century BC.
Petra
The ancient capital city of Nabateans was established around the 6th century BC at the site of an ancient sanctuary. Contains some of the most beautiful and intricate rock-cut architecture in the world, available after walking through some 1.2 km long, narrow gorge.
Great Sphinx of Giza
The largest monolithic statue in the world, most likely built around 2550 BC. 73.5 m long and up to 20.22 m high, one of the most iconic sculptures in the world, the central object of numerous legends and stories.
Aramu Muru – the mystical portal
Giant stone carving in live rock, most likely unfinished. Represents a giant gate that leads into the cliff. Local stories about portal leading to the world of spirits.
10 most amazing ancient rock-cut temples in India
Wondermondo 🢖 Lists and articles 🢖 10 most amazing ancient rock-cut temples in India Publication 10 most amazing ancient rock-cut temples in India In short The historical rock cut architecture of India is of unprecedented richness and variety. Several of rock-cut temples in India belong to the most amazing achievements of ancient cultures worldwide. Below are listed 10 most […]
Pancha Rathas, Mahabalipuram
A rare example of rock cut monolithic buildings – five ornate shrines and three sculptures of animals. Created in the late 7th century AD.
Masroor Rock Cut Temples (Masrur Temples)
A group of 15 ornate structures made from live stone in the second half of the 8th century in the shape of steep-sided pyramids.
Dwarfie Stane
Unique monument – chambered tomb carved in a single block of sandstone. Possibly the only sample of Neolithic rock cut structures in Britain.
Rock-cut architecture and sculptures
Wondermondo 🢖 Categories of wonders 🢖 Architectural wonders 🢖 Rock-cut architecture and sculptures Category Rock-cut architecture and sculptures Described rock-cut architecture and sculptures What is included in this category? Category includes outstanding rock-cut architecture and large rock cut sculptures. In order to be included in this category, landmarks should be made of a single piece of natural stone without moving this […]
Adivaraha Cave Temple
This rock-cut temple contains beautiful sculptures representing some of the highest achievements of South Indian art. Constructed around 630 – 668 AD.
