Explore the Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves

Discover the Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves, located near Bhubaneswar, Odisha, which date back to the 1st century B.C. and were carved by Kharavela and his successors. This fascinating site features 18 caves—13 in Udayagiri and 15 in Khandagiri—that once served as retreats for Jain ascetics seeking solitude. Most caves include cells that open onto verandas or open spaces, originally designed as do... Read More