Palkigundu and Gavimath, Koppal, Ancient rock inscriptions in Koppal, India
Two stone formations with Prakrit inscriptions stand prominently on boulders, connected by a natural rock canopy extending over their surfaces.
Emperor Ashoka commissioned these rock edicts between 304-232 BCE, making them among the earliest written records discovered in India.
The inscriptions communicate Buddhist principles and moral values, demonstrating how rulers used stone carvings to spread spiritual messages across territories.
Visitors reach the inscriptions by climbing stone steps carved into the rock formations, with Gavimath located 2.5 kilometers southeast of Palkigundu.
Jain monks selected these elevated rock formations as meditation locations, establishing a spiritual connection that continues through generations.
GPS coordinates: 15.34417,76.13694
Latest update: March 9, 2025 08:33
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