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Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves


These are the caves for the Jain Monks for residential purpose, built in the city of Bhuvneshwara, Orissa. These have a historical, Archeological and religious importance. Based on the inscriptions of Hathigumpa in total 117 caves were excavated by Kharavela and others on the Kumari Hill.


Flashback
The caves are built on two hills known as Kumari Parvat, facing each other across the road in between the two. It was the King Kharavela during whose reign these were built as residential complexes for the Jain ( a caste) monks. Udayagiri meaning the Sunrise Hill has 18 caves in all whereas Khandagiri has 15 caves.

Fast Facts

»Language - Oriya, English
»Clothings - Semi cottons and cottons throughout the year
»Best Time To Visit - October to March

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The Brahmi Inscriptions on the Elephanta Caves are rare ones and have a historical significance.
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The Caves

The most important of all the caves is the Ranigumpha in Udayagiri - a double storeyed monastry. The caves are ornately carved with scriptures on it. Out of these Rani Ki Naur is a beautifully carved cave with sculptural friezes.

There are Hathigumpha (Elephant cave ) and Bramhi inscriptions on the caves. These inscriptions comprise of seventeen lines have been carved in deep cut Brahmi Language of the 1st Century BC. These lines describe out the relics of the then King uptill 12 years of his reign.

In and Around

»The Market : Its a famous place for wood carvings, brass and metal work and silver filigree. Carry as much as you can.


Our Suggestions
  • Pre book your hotel for a comfortable stay. Keep your stay at Bhubhaneshwar for more comforts.
  • Food is easily avialable but mostly Indian food.
  • Bhubhaneshwar is a place to relax out. This city of Orissa calls out for quiet evening walks. Its also a city of temples, visit some temples here like the Lingaraja Temple.
  • Pre book your hotel room as it makes the journey more comfortable.
  • For any clarifications, feel free to contact us.


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