Udayagiri And Khandagiri Caves: Unique Heritage Beauty

  Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves should be called unique heritage of ancient architecture. In fact, these ancient caves underline the life, way of life of sages and sages. 

   Located near Bhubaneswar in Odisha province of India, these ancient caves are national heritage. It is actually two hills adjacent to Bhubaneswar. These hills are known and known as Udayagiri and Khandagiri. These hills are partly given the shape of caves. 

   These caves have historical, mythological and archaeological significance. It is described in the ancient inscription as Kumari Parvat. It is special that these Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves are located at a distance of about 200 meters from each other. 

  According to experts, the Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves are not as famous as Ajanta and Ellora caves in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, but they have been constructed with a very beautiful structure. 

  Hence Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves are very visible. It is believed that these ancient caves were built during the reign of King Kharavel. It is special that these caves also depict the journey of Jain saints and sages. These caves also have special significance in terms of history, architecture, artistry and religious terms. 

  There are 18 caves in Udayagiri and 15 caves in Khandagiri. Some of these caves are natural, while some caves were built by Jain sages. Jain temples were cut by cutting huge stone rocks. These temples are unique decorations of architecture. These caves are called "Lena" in the inscription. It is important that the entrance of the caves is like the doors. 

  It is also special that the caves are illuminated by moonlight at night. It is believed that these extraordinary caves are the ascetic sites of Jain monks. The fragrance of fragrant flowers, the tweet of the birds, the cool breeze breeze, the pleasant and natural beauty of the cold moon and the beauty of the Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves. 

   This place of truth, peace, natural beauty, salvation and enlightenment is very important and visible from all point of view. Udayagiri caves are about 135 feet high and Khandagiri caves are about 118 feet high. 

   These ancient caves are actually Buddhism and Jainism. Demonstrate and underline the influence of religion. This unique artwork of architecture is highly visible. However, these two caves have their own unique feature. 

   The floor of the Udayagiri caves is covered with flat stone slabs. 18 caves are seen while walking on the stone steps. Rani Gumpha is called Rani Cave. It is a two-story cave. This cave is of sound balance. Special is famous for its uniqueness. It is believed that this cave was used for chanting mantras and theater activities in ancient times. 

   There is a statue of Sun God riding on a chariot in the cave. There is a huge chamber at the bottom of this cave. It has a large verandah with three entry points. It is formed by cutting the rock in the shape of a quadrilateral. 

   The caves have very beautiful and visible carvings. The archway, animal scenes, religious and majestic landscape are extremely attractive. The uniqueness of dance and music also impresses tourists. The Khandagiri caves also hold a different attraction. The first and second caves are known and known as Tatoba Gumpha. 

  This cave is equipped with guards, two oxen and lions at the entrance. The archway has the shape of a parrot on the archway. Another cave is called Ananta cave. It has sculptures of women, elephants, sportsmen and flower-raised swans. Tentuli cave is also a special attraction. The Khandagiri caves are of two storeys. 

  Normally cut and structured, this cave has its own unique charm. Among them are the Dhyan Cave, New Muni Cave, Barabhuja Cave, Trishul Cave, Ambika Cave, Lalatendukesari Cave etc. The sculptures carved by Jain Tirthankaras, Lord Mahavira and Lord Parshvanath on the back walls of the Khandagiri caves are highly visible. Ekadashi cave is also quite special. It is special that the architecture of Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves is very special and visible.

   All the necessary resources are available to visit the Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves. The nearest airport is Biju Patnaik International Airport Bhubaneswar Airport. The nearest railway station is Bhubaneswar Junction. Tourists can also visit Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves by road.
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