Pohale caves, Buddhist cave complex in Kolhapur district, India.
The Pohale Caves contain one large vihara measuring 34 feet square, supported by 14 columns and featuring 22 individual cells for meditation.
Dating from the 7th century, these caves mark the transition period between Kadamba rule and Western Chalukya control in the Maharashtra region.
The caves display Buddhist architectural elements with a central hall containing a raised rock-cut seat for teaching and multiple meditation cells.
Visitors can reach the caves by taking a 30-minute drive from Kolhapur city through the villages of Vadange and Kushire, following signboards to the site.
The innermost chamber, known as Aundhaya Nagnath, contains stone carvings representing celestial bodies and a horse, along with incomplete artistic works.
Location: Kolhapur district
GPS coordinates: 16.79087,74.19117
Latest update: March 15, 2025 01:44
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