Udayagiri & Khandagiri Caves
Highlights
Overview
The Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves are prominent historical and archaeological sites located approximately 12 kilometers from the Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar , . Featuring brilliant ancient rock-cut architecture, these caves date back to the 1st Century BC (around 250 BC) , . According to the sources, the caves were constructed by the kings of the Gupta dynasty to serve as a peaceful residence and meditation site for Jain monks , . The site comprises a total of 33 caves—some natural and some man-made—with 18 caves situated in Udayagiri and 15 in Khandagiri , . Besides exploring the history-filled walls, visitors can find an ancient Jain temple on Khandagiri hill . Furthermore, climbing to the top of the Udayagiri hill rewards tourists with a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire Bhubaneswar city .
Full Schedule
08:00 - 17:00
Ticket Pricing
The entry ticket is mentioned as ₹15 per person in one source and ₹25 per person in another .
How to Reach
Custom: Puri
Approx Fare: ₹345 – ₹600
The caves are a standard stop on the OTDC Bhubaneswar day tour bus from Puri
Custom: Lingaraj Temple
Approx Fare: N/A
Located just 12 km away from the famous Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar .
Smart Tips
Make sure to climb to the top of the Udayagiri hill to enjoy a spectacular, unobstructed aerial view of the Bhubaneswar cityscape .
Keep at least 1.5 to 2 hours free in your itinerary to comfortably explore the massive complex of 33 caves and the Jain temple , .
A convenient and budget-friendly way to visit these caves is by booking an official OTDC Bhubaneswar day tour package from Puri , .
Emergency & Safety Info
Agra Medical City
1.8 km away
Local Tourism Police Post
0.5 km away
112 / 100
Available 24/7 for Tourists
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