Bhaja Caves Entry Ticket Highlights
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Visit the spot of 22 groups of rock-cut caves dating back to 160 BC - the Bhaja caves
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Witness a large Chaitya which is one of the earliest of prayer halls in Indian mythology
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Observe the beautiful 14 stupas with unusual excavations & artistic inscriptions
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Save time and avoid the hassles of waiting in long queues to get your entry tickets
Bhaja Caves Entry Ticket Overview
Location: Bhaje Caves Road, near Bhaja Village, Maval, Maharashtra
Opening Timings: 06:00 AM to 06:00 PM
About the Monument:
Bhaja Caves are located at Lonavala, Maharashtra, dating back to 160 BC. These 22 groups of rock-cut caves were developed during Satavahana's rule and are the biggest Hinayana Buddhist temple in India. Adorned with the classic Indian rock-cut architecture of the era, the architecture of these caves narrates the actual culture and tradition of India and the ancient Indian period. The topmost captivations of these caves are the Stupas, which have the caves carved profoundly outside and inside both.
- Witness the irregular vihara houses at Cave VI that has 2 cells on either side and 3 on the back.
- Explore Cave IX to witness the rail pattern adornments, broken animal structures along a verandah.
- Get amazed to see the large chaitya which is a prayer hall & is amongst the earliest of its nature representing Indian mythology with a horseshoe-shaped entrance.
- Spot a group of 14 stupas that are an unusual excavation & exhibit inscriptions with the names of monks- Dhammagiri, Ampinika, and Sanghdina carved on them.
How to Reach:
The Bhaja caves are based at a distance of 59.2 kms northwest from Pune, in the Maval Taluka of Pune. The distance from Lonavala is 12 kms & you can reach with the help of private & public transportation.
- Nearest Railway Station: The nearest railway station from Bhaja Caves is Malavli, which is based at a distance of 3 km.
- Nearest Bus Stand: The nearest bus station is the Lonavala bus depot, based at a distance of 12.3 kms.
Note:
- All the participants, irrespective of age group, are considered adults.
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Know Before You Go for Bhaja Caves Entry Ticket
- Entry ticket timings are - Forenoon: Valid till 12:00 PM ; Afternoon: Valid till 06:00 PM
- Recommended to carry a copy of your vaccination certificate and follow safety protocols as mandated by local administration.
- Visitors shall be required to show photo identity proof in original at the entry to the monument.
- Entry ticket is non refundable
- Any breakage or damage of any items will be charged at actuals.
- Please adhere to the timings.
- The package cannot be split.
- Maintain social distancing in public places.