Caves of Bhaja

If one has an interest in ancient history and would love to see the beautiful carvings of early times,then you should surely visit the place called Bhaja caves at a very short distance from Pune and Mumbai.The place is worth visiting on an weekend,tired from regular routine.its just at distance of 10km from lonavala and very easy to get there.


The caves, 18 in number, are beautifully sculptured with many images of different postures of Buddha, some animals and situations of some stories of the tales of Buddhism.The buddhist excavations at Bhaja, also known as Bhaja caves, date almost to the 1st century AD and are believed to be one of the oldest buddhist religious centres in this area. it is also a big tourist draw as it is near Lonavala.Because of its classification as a national monument, it is relatively well maintained compared to many other tourist attractions here.

The excavations here consist of chaityagrhas, viharas and podhis.
The Ekvira temple is on the right side of the cave while on the left is a giant pillar with three lions on its top.

Specialty-one can see the beautiful sculptures of ancient time.The rays of the setting sun visit these caves where the sculptures of god and goddesses are carved.

How to Reach ?

Road - The caves could be reached easily from Lonavla, which is 11 Km from the caves.

Rail - Nearest railway station is Malavli,at 2 Km from the cave

Air-  Pune is the nearest airport.

Where to stay?

• Cytrus Hotel 

          Contact no +(91)-(2114)-398100

           Rates - Above 8000 INR

• Kumar Resort and Water Park

          Contact no +(91)-(2114)-273091

           Rates - 4000 -5000 INR

• Basilica Holiday Homes   

           Contact no +(91)-(2114)-278141

            Rates - 3000 -4000 INR