
The Kanheri Caves
6 h
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About this activity
The Kanheri or Kanhasela Caves located well within the park area are a major point of interest, presenting an accessible and interesting glimpse of the history and the culture of Buddhism in India. Most of these 109 Buddhist caves chiselled out of the volcanic rock are simple small chambers, known as viharas (cells for monks). A few are larger & deeper chambers known as chaityas (for congregational worship). The main one which has colossal figures of standing Lord Buddha, 7m in height, on each side of the entrance porch, a colonnade of 34 pillars surrounding the interior halls and a over topped stupa (shrine) at the far end, all carved in to the existing basaltic rock. These caves are dated from 1st century BC to 9th century AD indicating an well-organised Buddhist establishment of monks which existed on an ancient trade route connecting a number of trade centres & Indian ports
We would Drive towards Kanheri Caves which would take maximum 1 Hour depending on the meeting location
Once we go to the Caves we would Explore the Cave
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We would Drive towards Kanheri Caves which would take maximum 1 Hour depending on the meeting location
Once we go to the Caves we would Explore the Cave
Included
- Transport by private vehicle
- Local guide
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Not included
- Food and drinks
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Dress code is smart casual
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
60%
Cultural
50%
Original
35%
Adrenaline
15%
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