Essence of India: A Journey through Timeless Aesthetics

Abstract

A term that completely encloses of the study of appreciation of beauty, has a rich and multi-dimensional history that spans over thousands of years. Unlike, western aesthetics, which always focuses on the beauty described by the individual, Indian aesthetics is rooted and connected to spiritual and philosophical traditions, in which beauty is perceived as a path to deeper understanding and transcendence. A vast array of artistic expressions are witnessed in forms of ancient temples, dance, literature, classical music, and visual arts. These showcase the sacred and profound relationship of material world and spiritual realm.