Primary Material: Allagadda Stone (sand stone)

Dimension: 3 ft.

Product Theme: Lord Shiva

Color: White

This is Exclusive GI Product from Andhra Pradesh

Allagadda, one of the important stone carving centers in Andhra Pradesh. The stone carving tradition in Andhra Pradesh dates back to 2nd Century BC when Amaravati was an important Buddhist center under the Satavahanas. Buddhist, Hindu and Islamic architecture in the region stand testimony to this craft. Allagadda is famous for sculptures. Mythological figures and the stone carvings of gods and goddesses in the temples in this region are typical illustrations of the stonework. Both sand and black stones are widely available near Allagadda and both the stones have unique characteristics.