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Vrundavan Stone is a Pune-based enterprise founded in 2018 by Ayush Arade with one guiding conviction: that the
Tulsi Vrindavan — the sacred stone pedestal at the heart of millions of Indian homes — deserves to be made with the
same reverence with which it is worshipped. Operating under the brand name DivyaShilla, the company bridges
master stone artisans from Kolhapur with households across India who seek authentic, durable, and devotionally
meaningful craftsmanship in natural black stone.
Unlike mass-produced concrete or resin imitations available in the market, every piece offered by Vrundavan Stone is
carved from solid black basalt or black granite — volcanic stone prized for its density, weather resistance, and the
deep lustrous finish it achieves after hand-polishing. The company works exclusively through a curated network of
artisan workshops, maintaining direct relationships with each craftsman and applying consistent design and quality
standards across every order
The Tulsi plant (Ocimum tenuiflorum), also known as Holy Basil, holds a central place in Hindu tradition. Ancient
Ayurvedic texts and Puranic scriptures alike regard the Tulsi as an embodiment of purity and devotion. The Vrindavan
— the raised stone platform built to house the Tulsi — is therefore not merely a planter but a consecrated structure.
Traditionally crafted from stone found in riverbanks or quarried from black volcanic rock, the Vrindavan is considered
Griha Lakshmi: the auspicious centre of a household’s spiritual life.
In Maharashtra, the courtyard Tulsi Vrindavan holds particular social and religious importance. The tradition of Tulsi
Vivah — a ceremonial marriage of the Tulsi plant to Lord Vishnu performed on the eleventh day of Kartik month —
makes the Vrindavan an essential fixture in Maharashtrian homes. Artisans in Kolhapur have developed distinct
regional styles over generations, blending Hemadpanthi temple architecture vocabulary with functional forms suited to
both compact urban balconies and expansive traditional courtyards (angans).
Black basalt and black granite are among the most durable building materials used in Indian temple architecture for
over two thousand years. The Chalukya, Rashtrakuta, and Yadava dynasties extensively used black basalt in the
construction of temples across the Deccan plateau — many of which stand intact today. The material’s resistance to
moisture, temperature variation, moss, and moss-induced staining makes it ideal for outdoor courtyard use. It requires
no sealing against monsoon exposure and, unlike painted or cement-finished alternatives, its surface only improves
with age and daily use
We use premium quality black granite and basalt stone sourced from certified quarries to ensure durability, strength, and a long-lasting finish.
Yes, each piece is carefully handcrafted by skilled artisans, including detailed carving and finishing done using traditional techniques.
Every Vrindavan goes through a strict quality check process where dimensions, design details, and finishing are inspected before dispatch.
Yes, we use secure packaging and reliable logistics to ensure your Tulsi Vrindavan is delivered safely anywhere across India.
Connect with us today and choose the perfect design for your home.
A company built on the belief that sacred objects deserve the hands of those who have devoted their lives to stone —
and the homes of those who understand why that matters.
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