Gopachal rock-cut Jain monuments, Rock-cut Jain monuments at Gwalior Fort, India
The stone cliffs of Gwalior Fort contain numerous Jain statues carved directly into the rock face, featuring 18 large figures up to 10 meters tall.
Construction of these rock sculptures began in 1468, and in 1527 Mughal Emperor Babur documented the monuments while ordering partial destruction of the figures.
The monuments display traditional Jain architectural elements through massive carved Tirthankara figures, representing the religious practices of medieval northern India.
Visitors must remove their shoes to access the carvings, and bringing socks helps walking comfortably on the stone surfaces near the monuments.
The largest statue measures 14 meters in height and depicts Parshvanatha in lotus position, making it among the tallest rock-cut sculptures in India.
Location: Gwalior
Architectural style: rock-cut architecture
GPS coordinates: 26.21895,78.15662
Latest update: May 15, 2025 21:37
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