World India Madhya Pradesh Bhopal Sanchi Stupa

Sanchi Stupa , Bhopal

Type of Destination
Historical, Heritage
Languages Spoken
Hindi & English
Sanchi Stupa Altitude
497m

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About Sanchi Stupa

Sanchi stupa is a Buddhist monument, located about 50 KMs from Bhopal and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The stupas were built around 3rd century by king Asoka, a renowned follower of Buddhism. Stupas are large hemispherical domes, in which Buddha's relics were kept in their central chamber. One of the best preserved stupas in India is the Sanchi Stupa. It is surrounded by a railing with four carved gateways facing all the four directions.

Timings: Open from sunrise to sunset.

Entrance Fee:
Citizens of India and visitors of SAARC (Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Maldives and Afghanistan) and BIMSTEC Countries (Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Myanmar) - Rs. 10 per head.

Others: US $ 5 or Indian Rs. 250/- per head

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