Excursion To Sanchi Stupa And Udayeshwara Temple From Bhopal With Lunch
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
About 30 miles from Bhopal lies the ancient town of Sanchi that is famous for its Buddhist Stupa. The Great Stupa at Sanchi is one of the oldest stone structures in India and was originally commissioned by the Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC. On this day-trip from Bhopal visit the UNESCO Heritage site of Sanchi Stupa and the 11th century Udayeshwara Temple that is situated 40 miles from Sanchi. Highlights • 54 feet high hemisphere of Sanchi Stupa • Four ornate gateways • 11th century Udayeshwara Mahadeva Temple
Inclusions
What's included
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Lunch (beverage excluded)
- Local English speaking guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's not
- Additional food or drink
- Gratuities
Itinerary
You will be picked up from your hotel in Bhopal and driven to the town of Sanchi in the Central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. Visit the Great Stupa here, a large hemispherical structure that contains the relics of the Buddha. The Stupa was commissioned in the 3rd century B.C. by Emperor Ashoka who was dismayed at the huge loss of life in his military campaigns and took solace in Buddhism. The Stupa was built to preserve and spread the Buddhist philosophy. The huge hemispherical dome of the Stupa is 54 feet high and is surrounded by a stone balustrade. Four ornamental gateways facing the four directions of the universe lead to the central dome. A large sandstone pillar stands on the grounds of the complex. The edict of Emperor Ashoka is engraved on it in the ancient Brahmi script. After the visit to the Stupa, stop for lunch (beverage excluded) at a local restaurant.
Next visit the nearby Udayeshwara temple. This 11th century temple is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. The temple is built of sandstone and is enclosed with a dwarf compound wall, the outer face of which is richly carved. Beautiful carvings can also be seen on the main platform of the temple. Two inscriptions engraved on the temple record the construction of temple during the reign of the Paramara King Udayaditya, between 1059 to 1080 A.D. At the end of the tour, you will be driven back to Bhopal and dropped off at your hotel.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- SITA World Tours
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
- Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
How it compares in Bhopal
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 10 day trips we list in Bhopal.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 1 of 10.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Bhopal
Bhopal, capital of Madhya Pradesh, is a city of lakes, mosques and old palaces, with ancient Buddhist sites and cave paintings within easy reach.
Bhopal spreads around two lakes, the Upper Lake and the smaller Lower Lake, in the centre of India, and is known as the City of Lakes. The Nawabs of Bhopal ruled from the 18th century, and in the 19th and early 20th centuries four Begums, women rulers, left mosques, gardens and palaces. The Taj-ul-Masajid, with pink walls and white domes, is one of the largest mosques in India.
Top-ranked sights in Bhopal: Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka, Bharat Bhavan.
