Historical & Forts
Udayagiri Caves, Vidisha MP
Early 5th century Hindu and Jain cave temples in Madhya Pradesh
Plan your visit
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About
The Udayagiri Caves are twenty rock-cut caves near Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh primarily denoted to the Hindu gods Vishnu and Shiva from the early years of the 3rd century CE to 5th century CE. They contain some of the oldest surviving Hindu temples and iconography in India. They are the only site that can be verifiably associated with a Gupta period monarch from its inscriptions. One of India's most important archaeological sites, the Udayagiri hills and its caves are protected monuments managed by the Archaeological Survey of India.
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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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