Indian arts reflect the country’s wide cultural diversity, where millennia of practice have refined them into their quintessential forms. Arts have become a key component of Indian cultures and religions where they have become inseparable and indispensable. Each region boasts of its own artistic essence, and the state of Karnataka on the south eastern coast of India, is no exception.
Omthara Kala Kuteera is often quoted as the heaven on earth or a temple like no other. It is a marvellous place that takes you to the heart of Indian arts, cultures and religions in their purest form. This ethereal site is tucked away in the Bangalore Rural District amidst acres of verdant greenery immersed in ultimate serenity, just one hour from Karnataka’s capital Bangalore.
In the title Omthara Kala Kuteera, the Om denotes the sacred cosmic sound of the Hindus while Thara is the mother goddess in Hinduism and other religions. Both Kala and Kuteera are Sanskrit terms translating to art and hermitage respectively.
In a nutshell, this site is a harmonious combination of traditions, religions and cultures of India expressed in the form of arts. Why it’s called a heaven on earth is something one can fathom only by visiting this spot, for an experience which can be described as nothing less than heavenly.
The Omthara Kala Kuteera in itself is a masterpiece of local architecture and craftsmanship that will take your breath away as soon as you come into its vicinity. In every nook and corner of this magnificent edifice you will find mesmerizing arts in the form of carvings, relief, paintings, murals, motifs and sculptures. The hermitage features impressive stairways and arches, striking columns and beams, multi-tiered porticos and floors, lofty doors and ceilings. The rooms here are curved and adorned with granite walls.
Omthara Kala Kuteera houses a great collection of arts representing different parts of India. It is undoubtedly one of the most entertaining educational tours that draws art buffs from across the world. Enchanting artworks will sublimate your aesthetics while browsing sculptures, paintings, designs and frescos. Materials used to create these aesthetic marvels include sandstone, oil, marble, bronze and wood.
One of the highlights of Omthara Kala Kuteera is the Vishnu Dhama or the Abode of Lord Vishnu. When you explore this hall you will discover legend after legend unravelled in the form of impressive carvings and stucco sculptures. It also houses a pantheon dedicated to other gods besides 108 dancing forms of the Lord Shiva’s cosmic dance captioned with Sanskrit verses.
The premises of Omthara Kala Kuteera facilitate attractive spaces ideal for holding meetings where small and large groups can be accommodated. Breathtaking backdrops, aesthetically enriched environs complemented by fresh air and warm sunlight will instantly free you from all worries, tension and stress. Holding meetings outside office is a trend, but holding a meeting at the Omthara Kala Kuteera will be a legend. You will keep coming time and again to absorb the tranquil, peaceful moments that no other place can offer.
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Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.