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PANDAVLENI CAVES

Pathardi Phata, Nashik, Maharashtra, India

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Pandavleni caves, also known as Nasik caves, is located about 8 KM south of the center of Nashik, Maharashtra, India. These caves are also known as Pandu Lena or Tri Rashmi Leni. Pandavleni caves include 24 caves which are carved between 1st century B.C.E. and 3rd century C.E. It is recorded that additional sculptures were also added in these caves during the 6th century reflecting changes in Buddhist devotional practices. These caves are early examples of Indian rock-cut architecture which also represents Hinayana Buddhist tradition. Among these caves, there is only one cave meant for chaitya and others are viharas. The caves served as Chaitya has a particularly elaborated facade. The caves were carved in a long line on the north face of a hill called Tri Rasmi. Therefore, it is also known as Tri Rashmi Leni. The visitors in this cave are not only fascinating about the inscriptions belonging to the reign of Satavahana and Kshaharatas or Kshatrapas but also due to the Rock-Cut architecture of the 2nd century C.E.

Suggested time duration

4 Hours

Crowded Period

Weekend

Best Season To Visit

November to April

Do's & Dont's

  • Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
  • Do not consume liquor and go in to the caves.

Architecture

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Timings

Day Start Time End Time Adult Entry Fee Child Entry Fee
All Days
06:00 AM 06:00 PM 20 10
  • Foreigner Adult Fee : 150 Foreigner Child Fee : 70

Transport Connections

Name Distance Contact Number
Ganjamal Bus Stand
9.4 KM 2556989684
Devlali Railway Station
15.5 KM 139
Shirdi International Airport
94.5 KM 02249212121

What to Carry

  • Carry Water Bottle and Snacks

Suitable For

Adults Elderly Children

Facilities

Toilets Restaurants

Parking

Parking is Available for 10 Cars

Nearest Town

Town Name Distance
Pathardi Phata 4.5 KM

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PANDAVLENI CAVES

Pandav Leni Caves, Pandav Lene Road, Buddha Vihar, Pathardi Phata, Nashik, Maharashtra, India

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