Pitalkhora, Buddhist cave complex in Sambhajinagar district, India.
The Pitalkhora site contains fourteen rock-cut caves carved into basalt formations, including four chaityas and multiple viharas spread across different levels.
Dating from the 2nd century BCE to 3rd century CE, these caves feature inscriptions in Prakrit and Brahmi scripts documenting donations and Satavahana lineage.
The caves contain early Buddhist architectural elements with sculptures of elephants, guardian figures, and remnants of paintings depicting stories from Buddha's life.
Visitors need to descend concrete stairs alongside a waterfall to reach the caves, located 40 kilometers from Ellora in the Satmala mountain range.
The complex incorporates an advanced ancient water management system with tunnels in Cave 4's ceiling channeling water into concealed underground cisterns.
Location: Aurangabad district
GPS coordinates: 20.31358,74.99233
Latest update: May 11, 2025 16:39
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