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Sanchi

India's Oldest Stupa

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1 dayIdeal stay₹600From / night₹30EntryOctober – MarchBest windowSanchiNearest rail · 1 km

A UNESCO Buddhist complex built by emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE. The Great Stupa's carved gateways are among the most important works of early Buddhist art.

Pairs well with

Bhopal· 1h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

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Honest take for Jul: Monsoon — cooler temperatures, fewer crowds. Carry rain gear; some outdoor sites may be slippery. (peak crowds.)

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On the map

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Sanchi 1km · Bhopal (BHO) 50km

Nearest transport

Sanchi1 km
Bhopal (BHO)50 km

Stay options

budget₹600/night
mid₹1,500/night
luxury₹3,500/night

Best time to visit

October – March

How to get here

Bhopal → Sanchi

train · 1h

₹100

approx.

Bhopal → Sanchi

cab · 1h

₹1,500

approx.

Nearby attractions

Great Stupa (Stupa 1)Ashoka PillarStupa 2 & 3Udayagiri Caves

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