About Karla Cave
Carved into the rock, the Karla and Bhaja caves are a celebration of early Buddism in the area which should be a feature of any traveler to the area’s itinary. The complex contains two sets of caves, each with it’s own prayer rooms and living quarters. A combination of carving and teakwood, the effect of the rock and wood combined is magnificent. These are caves dating back to the Hinayana phase and the Theravadin phase of early Buddhism.