Kondana Caves

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Buddhism has left its traces all over Maharastra, hence the region is blessed with so many beautiful caves, and Kondana is one of them.

Photo of Kondana Caves by Shally Ashish Dhar

After an easy hike of around 45 minutes, you start noticing a small section of the cave that looks like wholly taken over by the wildness around.

Tucked in deep jungles, away from the city – these caves take you back centuries.

Photo of Kondana Caves by Shally Ashish Dhar

Over 2000 years old and still in a very good state and can be easily explored in a day’s trip from Mumbai or Pune.

They are built in a way that one can stay safe during the long monsoons months in this area.

Photo of Kondana Caves by Shally Ashish Dhar

Huge verandahs to keep you safe & dry during heavy rains.

Photo of Kondana Caves by Shally Ashish Dhar

Excavated in 2100 BC and still, the exterior design is in a decent state

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Photo of Kondana Caves by Shally Ashish Dhar

intricate sculptures on the façade, especially of common men and women. indicative of a free, equal society

Photo of Kondana Caves by Shally Ashish Dhar