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Sanchi Stupa, Bhopal
Sanchi Stupa: One of the best places to visit in Bhopal
Entry Fee & Ticket
No Entry Fee
Opening Time & Days
The entry fee is INR 30 per person for Indians and INR 500 per person for foreigners. It is open to visitors from 6.30 am to 6.30 Pm every day.
Best Time to Visit
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Place visit with
Family, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Solo, Unmarried Couples, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Place Type
Palace & Landmarks, Sightseeing
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About Sanchi Stupa
Sanchi Stupa is the biggest living example of art and architecture that flourished during the Maurya period of the 3rd century. This stupa is on top of a hill in Sanchi Town in Raisen District of Madhya Pradesh State, India. It was originally built by the great emperor of India, Ashoka, who started the Maurya dynasty. Sanchi Stupa is of great religious importance for Buddhists and a famous pilgrimage site.
Architecture of Sanchi Stupa
The Great Stupa of Sanchi is built in the Buddhist architectural style. It is the largest structure of its kind in the country with a height of 54 feet and a diameter of 120 feet. The main structure of the stupa is a hemispherical dome with a simple design.
Interesting facts about Sanchi Stupa
- The Great Sanchi Stupa is depicted on the reverse side of the new Rs 200 note.
- The four pylons built inside the Sanchi Stupa complex, also known as gateways, represent courage, peace, love and faith.
- There are many Brahmi inscriptions on the walls of the great Sanchi Stupa. Most of these are details of donations from the local community.
- The Ashoka Pillar located in the Sanchi Stupa complex is known to stand behind its four lions.
- There are many Brahmi inscriptions on the stupa and most of these are details of donations from local donors.
How to reach Sanchi Stupa
Sanchi Stupa FAQs:
𝒜. It is located at 46 km from the city, Bhopal.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Sanchi Stupa: The entry fee is INR 30 per person for Indians and INR 500 per person for foreigners. It is open to visitors from 6.30 am to 6.30 Pm every day..
𝒜. You should visit Sanchi Stupa during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December months for best experience.
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