Historical & Forts
Panhalakaji Caves
Cave complex in Maharashtra, India
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About
Panhalakaji Caves are situated in the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra state, about 160 km south of Mumbai, India. The cave complex has around 30 Buddhist and Hindu caves. The Hinayana sect began carving caves in the 3rd century AD, beginning with the stupa in the current Cave 5. The caves have inscriptions in Brahmi and Devanagari script. In the 10–11th century AD another Buddhist group, a Vajrayana sect, established cave 10 with their deities Akshobhya and Mahachandaroshana, and strengthened their practice in that region. Shiva and Ganpatya worship started at the site during Silahara rule.
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Things to do here
- Walk the ramparts for the views
- Allow time for the museum or gallery if there is one
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Location
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