Dhamnar Caves, Buddhist cave complex in Dhamnar, India
The stone complex contains 51 rock-cut caves carved into laterite hills, featuring meditation halls, monasteries, stupas, and intricate religious sculptures across the site.
The caves, dating from the 5th to 7th centuries CE during the Gupta period, were first documented by explorer James Tod in 1821 and Alexander Cunningham in 1864.
The caves contain both Hinayana and Mahayana Buddhist architectural elements, with the largest cave, Bhim Bazar, displaying an open verandah and Buddha sculptures.
The Archaeological Survey of India maintains the site, which requires careful preservation due to the porous nature of the laterite rock used in construction.
Cave number 13, known as Chota Bazar, houses 15 sculptures and contains a central stupa surrounded by a shrine showing Buddha in teaching position.
GPS coordinates: 24.19306,75.49806
Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:25
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