Hemp Walls Saved India's Ancient Ellora Caves

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Hemp Saves India's Ancient Ellora Caves

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Hemp Walls Saved India's Ancient Ellora Caves

By Rossella Lorenzi Published On 03/11/2016
Source: www.seeker.com
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Cannabis preserved India's ancient Ellora caves from decay for 1,500 years

By Sonam Joshi Mar 11, 2016
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• India's Ellora Caves are surrounded by hemp. A new study revealed a mixture made of hemp (cannabis), clay and lime was used to cover the shrines, painted walls and ceilings.

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• The hemp-clay-lime mixture turned out to be a blessing playing a crucial role in helping to preserve the 1,500-year-old World Heritage site.

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• According to Manager Rajdeo Singh, an archaeological chemist the hemp-clay-lime mixture prevented the plaster from degrading for over 1,500 years.

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