Sanchi
General Information
District: Raisen, State: Madhya Pradesh, India
Area: 0
Languages Spoken: Hindia and English
Long Distance Code: +91-7482
Importance: Important Buddhist pilgrimage site in Madhya Pradesh.
Best Time to Visit: October to February
Description
68 kms from Bhopal, Sanchi has the distinction of having the finest specimens of almost all Buddhist architectural forms, Stupa, Chaitya, Temples and Monasteries dating from 3rd century BC. Visit the Stupas with circular domes and railings around them; Ashoka Pillar, Gupta temple built in the 4th century and the Great Bowl carved of one piece of stone. The museum displays number of sculptures found in the area.