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The Ramayana: Love and Valour in India's Great Epic

at the British Library
16 May - 14 September 2008

PACCAR Gallery, The British Library, London NW1 2DB
Admission free

THIS EXHIBITION IS NOW CLOSED

Image from a Ramayana manuscriptDiscover the epic story of the Ramayana, and follow Prince Rama's quest to rescue his beloved wife Sita with the help of an army of monkeys.

Over 100 gorgeous 17th-century Indian manuscript paintings are on display in this major exhibition. The brightly-coloured scenes are packed with incident: battle scenes with 10-headed Ravana, the monkey kingdom of Kishkindha, white elephants and exotic flora, and finally the moment when Rama and Sita are reunited.

The Ramayana manuscripts are brought to life in this stunning exhibition designed by Tara Arts Theatre Company.

Supported by the British Library Patrons and Friends of the British Library, with the new Turning the Pages production of the Ramayana supported by Sir Gulam and Lady Mohini Noon

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