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Bhaja Caves

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ating back to 200 BC , Bhaja Caves are located in near Lonavala in Maharashtra. There are about 22 caves located at various levels on the rocky mountain . A group of 14 Stupas , most of them in rows next to each other is peculiar.

India riding the white called Airavata: 

In the veranda of the  Cave 19 of the Bhaja Caves you'll find one of the earliest pictorisation of Indra , the lord of Gods. This probably dates back to 2nd century BC.

India riding the white called Airavata: In the veranda of the Cave 19 of the Bhaja Caves you'll find one of the earliest pictorisation of Indra , the lord of Gods. This probably dates back to 2nd century BC.

India riding elephant

India riding the white called Airavata:

In the veranda of the Cave 19 of the Bhaja Caves you'll find one of the earliest pictorisation of Indra , the lord of Gods. This probably dates back to 2nd century BC.

Route map to Bhaja Caaves,Karla Caves and Bedse Caves from Kamshet on Mumbai-Pune Express way

Route map to Bhaja Caaves,Karla Caves and Bedse Caves from Kamshet on Mumbai-Pune Express way

Route map to Bhaja,Karla and Bedse caves

Route map to Bhaja Caaves,Karla Caves and Bedse Caves from Kamshet on Mumbai-Pune Express way

Fine example of the rock cut architecture

Bedsa

Bedsa Cave

Fine example of the rock cut architecture

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Karla Caves

This time when you drive to Lonavala, include Karla as well. You'll not regret the addition!

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Bedsa Caves

Though a well known Buddhist site , Bedse can easily be described as off the beaten path.

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