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The Kanheri Caves (Kānherī-guhā [kaːnʱeɾiː ɡuɦaː]) are a group of caves and rock-cut monuments cut into a massive basalt outcrop in the forests of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, on the island of Salsette in the western outskirts of Mumbai, India.
On the outskirts of Mumbai, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, lies this green and airy tourist spot – Kanheri Caves. This serene cave complex is situated on a hillside and you can access it through steps cut into the rocks.
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Kanheri has a total of 109 caves. They are many caves you will find with Budha statues and stupas. Important caves - I felt that cave 90 had more beautiful sculptures than the combined rest.
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Nov 24, 2020 · Created by Bhuddist monks between the 2nd and 9th centuries AD, the Kanheri Caves are a collection of rock cut monuments, prayer halls and buildings and are now a popular tourist attraction.
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Nestled within the boundary of Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Mumbai is a group of Buddhist caves, known as Kanheri caves. These are believed to be more than 2000 years old, which once served as a monastery to Buddhist monks.
Some of the caves are much and much alike but there's some stunning caves as you walk round. These have amazing images of buddah carved into the stone and large Pillars. It's set on a hillside and will involve lots of steps.
A 2,000-year-old complex sits within the park, housing more than 100 (is this correct) caves cut out of rock forming a protected archaeological site. The word ‘Kanheri’ is derived from Sanskrit word ‘Krishnagiri’, which literally means ‘black mountain’.
