PANDAVULA
GUTTA - ART & CULTURE
News:
‘Pandavula Gutta
designated exclusive Geo-heritage site in Telangana’
What's
in the news?
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Pandavula Gutta has recently gained
official recognition as the exclusive Geo-heritage
site in Telangana.
Pandavula
Gutta:
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Pandavula Gutta is a geological wonder older than the Himalayan hills.
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Situated in the Jayashankar Bhupalpally
district of Telangana, it boasts numerous prehistoric
habitation sites.
Discovery
and Richness:
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Discovered in 1990, this site is abundant
in paintings, rock shelters and evidence of habitation spanning from the
mesolithic to medieval periods.
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The paintings exhibit geometric designs
and impressions in various pigment colours
like green, red, yellow, and white.
Prehistoric Rock Art:
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Pandavula Gutta offers a rare insight into
prehistoric rock art, found on cave
walls, ceilings and isolated boulders.
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The paintings depict wildlife such as Bison, Antelope, Tiger, and Leopard,
alongside symbols like the swastika, circles, squares, and weapons like bows,
arrows, swords, and lances.
Go
back to basics:
Geo-heritage
Sites:
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“Geoheritage” refers to sites or areas
with significant scientific, educational, cultural, or aesthetic value due to
geological features.
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These sites hold importance for education,
research, cultural history, or visual appeal, contributing to scientific
understanding and cultural appreciation.
Declaration:
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The Geological
Survey of India (GSI) declares geo-heritage sites/national geological
monuments for protection and maintenance.
Significance
of Geo-heritage Sites:
Scientific
and Educational Value:
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Geoheritage sites encompass textbook
geological features, unique rock types, fossils or landscapes crucial for
scientific study and education.
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They serve as valuable resources for
geologic research and learning.
Cultural
and Aesthetic Significance:
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Some geoheritage sites play a role in
cultural or historical events, integrating geological features into cultural
narratives.
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Others are valued for their aesthetic
appeal, offering visually stunning landscapes shaped by geological processes.
Tourism
and Economic Benefits:
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Many geoheritage sites attract tourists,
contributing to local and regional economies through tourism-related
activities.
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Their preservation and promotion can
stimulate economic growth and cultural appreciation within communities.