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Guided tour of Buddhist Kanheri Caves and Golden VIpassana Pagoda
Mumbai, India
$235
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Kanheri Caves in Sanjay Gandhi National Park showcases a 2000-year-old Buddhist university, revealing its historical significance as a center for Buddhist learning. This tour immerses you in the architectural marvels and artistic achievements of ancient India.
- 🏛️ Discover caves that were pivotal in Buddhist education from the 1st century BC to the 10th century AD.
- 🌏 Relive the journeys of students from across Asia who came to learn from esteemed Masters.
- 🗺️ Enjoy a guided tour organized by Five Senses Tours, recognized by the Ministry of Tourism and a member of IATO.
- 🤝 Support local livelihoods through the employment of local guides and businesses as part of the tour's mission.
- 🚐 Pickup from your hotel or cruise terminal is included for convenience.
- 🕒 Experience an 8-hour tour led by a knowledgeable English-speaking guide.
- 📜 Explore magnificent sculptures, relief carvings, and paintings that illuminate the history of this ancient university.
- 🌟 Visit the Grand Chaitya where monks gathered for meditation, and see the impressive Stupa that aided their focus.
- 🎨 Learn about the evolution from Theravada to Mahayana Buddhism through the 109 caves filled with intricate sculptures.
- 🍽️ Enjoy lunch included in the tour, providing a taste of local cuisine.
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Guided tour of Buddhist Kanheri Caves and Golden VIpassana Pagoda
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours
- Guide
- Entrance charges
- Private car
- Pick and drop
- Lunch
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Kanheri CavesAfter picking you up from your hotel or cruise terminal, we proceed to Sanjay Gandhi National Park. Kanheri Caves are located inside this 87 square KM national park. Over the next few hours we will explore magnificent sculptures, relief carvings, paintings and inscriptions which will give us clues about the life and times in this ancient University which was a premier seat for Buddhist learning. We will visit the Grand Chaitya where the monks used to gather to meditate. The magnificent Stupa helped the monks to focus and concentrate during meditation. A relic of a great teacher from the past would usually be found inside the Stupa. As we move between the caves we will be able to see the transformation from Thervada to Mahayana style of Buddhism over the years. It is a fantastic venue even today to discuss with our guide, the principles of different styles of Buddhism and the differences with other prominent religions of land like Hinduism and Jainism! The 109 caves have an assortment of sculptures of Buddha as well as Boddhisattvas like Padmapani. Our guide will explain the crucial role of Boddhisatvas in the Buddhist society and how they were important for the survival of this great religion.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Guided tour of Buddhist Kanheri Caves and Golden VIpassana Pagoda
Mumbai, India
$235
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!