Karad Caves, Buddhist cave monuments near Jakhinwadi village, India
The Karad Caves consist of 66 rock-cut chambers scattered across Agashiv hill, overlooking the Koyna River in Maharashtra's Satara district.
Dating back to the first century BC, these caves contain inscriptions mentioning gifts from Sanghmitra, son of Gopala, indicating Buddhist monastic activities.
The cave complex includes sections known as Agashiv Caves, Bhairav Caves, and Dongrai Caves, reflecting the Buddhist architectural traditions of ancient India.
Located 5 kilometers southwest of Karad town, visitors can access these caves through local transportation and explore multiple chambers with Buddhist symbols.
Cave number 5 holds some of the earliest Buddhist symbolic inscriptions, while cave 30 displays specific Buddhist markings from ancient periods.
Location: Satara district
GPS coordinates: 17.23528,74.15222
Latest update: July 24, 2025 11:45
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