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Explore Historical Caves of the Khandagiri and Udayagiri Hills from Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar
by Viator
SeasonSee calendar when booking
LanguageEnglish

The Experience

Located about six miles from Bhubaneswar are the caves of Udayagiri and Khandagiri.  These multi-tiered rock-cut caves symbolise Jainism’s cameo role in Orissa’s historical drama. Commissioned by the great Jain king Kharavela, these caves were meant as dwellings for Jain monks. Each cell was lived in by several monks and provided dry shelter for meditation and prayer.  They had  very few amenities and were austerely plain.  However, their facades are richly encrusted with sculptures depicting auspicious objects worshipped by Jains, court scenes, royal processions, hunting expeditions and scenes of daily life.  Our guide will explain their significance as you explore these fascinating caves. NOTE: (Expect More People on Ground / Monuments / Public Places During the Tour). You will have Private tour Guide during the Sightseeing Tour.

How to book

Booked on Viator, who runs this experience. Inclusions and cancellation are theirs.

  • Book with Viator

    4.5(2 reviews)

    Free cancellation · 24h before

    from₹17,010

    Includes: Services of English Speaking Local Guide · Air Conditioned vehicle from Hotel to Khandagiri and Udaygiri hills and back · Bottled water · +4 more

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Logistics & Transit

Transport not included
Location
Bhubaneswar, India
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End point
Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, India

About the guide

Guide type
Tour Guide Led
Group experience
No — private booking

Know before you go

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries Not recommended for pregnant travelers Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult Tour is partially wheelchair accessible. A moderate amount of walking is involved.