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The lesser-known beautiful rock caves in India That Are a Must Visit

Aditi Chakraborty
By Aditi Chakraborty Published August 8, 2020
Last updated: 2020/08/24 at 11:56 AM
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The lesser-known beautiful rock caves in India That Are a Must Visit.

India is known for its historical heritage. The rock caves of India contribute a lot to the cultural and historical heritage of the region. It also shows the influence of religious practices in that particular region. But not all of the rock caves in India are known to the citizens. we have heard of the Ellora and the Ajanta caves, the Bhimbetka caves, and the Badami caves, but there are more magnificent rock caves which can marvel any traveller with its architectural wonders. Here is a list of lesser known yet beautiful rock caves in India:

1) Saspol Caves, Ladakh

Located in the Saspol hills of Ladakh in Kashmir, the Saspol rock caves are on of the lesser known rock caves in India. These rock caves date back to 15th century AD and depicts Buddhist cave paintaings. THe saspol caves have five temples, but only in two we can explicity see the Buddhist cave paintings depicting the tanntric sect of Buddhism. The rest cave paintaings are in ruins. Currently, the caves are under restoration and under the adminstration of Likr Monastery.

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2) Bedse Caves, Pune

Located in the Maval taluka of Pune district, the BEdse caves have been carved out of the hills in the Sahyadri range. The are the lesser known Buddhist rock caves in Maharashtra which dates back to the 1st century BC. The caves were built under the rule of the Satvahana dynasty. There are two main caves  with 11 smaller caves. The caves face the eastern side so that the beautiful sculptures are adorned with rays of the sun. THe 7th cave has the chaitya or the prayer hall. This has a verandah adorned with intricated columns of animal sculptures, while the walls are decorated with latic e work. THe vihara in cave 11 has vaulted roofs. 

3) Dungeshwari Cave Temples, Bihar 

Located 12 km from the sacred town of Bodh Gaya, the dungeshwari cave Temples are lesser known Buddhist shrines in India. In these cave temples, Buddha supposedly meditated, and while attaining enlightenment , he became fatigued ,and was offered food by a poor woman named Sujata.  After which he  learnt that near extreme self-torture or self-indulgence leads the way to the path of enlightenment.  there needs to be a balance, and this subtle balance is called nirvana. There are two shrines which showcase a golden statue of buddha in penance , and the other  depicts a large Buddhist statue. The caves have a tranquil atmosphere and there is also a idol of the Hindu goddess Dungeshwari inside the cave.