Bairat Temple, Buddhist temple ruins at Bijak-ki-Pahari hill, Rajasthan, India.
The circular temple structure contains a central stupa enclosed by a colonnade of twenty-six octagonal wooden pillars and exterior walls on Bijak-ki-Pahari hill.
Built during Emperor Ashoka's reign in the 3rd century BCE, the temple represents one of the earliest examples of Buddhist architecture in ancient India.
Two Minor Rock Edicts discovered near the temple provide detailed instructions from Emperor Ashoka regarding Buddhist teachings and monastic practices.
The archaeological site stands one mile southwest of Viratnagar city and remains accessible through regular bus services from major cities in Rajasthan.
The temple's circular design with fire-burnt brick construction marks it as the first known Buddhist shrine of this architectural style in India.
Location: Rajasthan
GPS coordinates: 27.41712,76.16229
Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:11
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