The Undavalli caves, a classic example of the rock cut architecture of India are located in the Undavalli Village in Andhra Pradesh. These are four storied caves that overlook the river Krishna and from the hill top you can see other specimens of rock cut architecture in this region too. Displaying fine examples of the Rock cut architecture of the Buddhists, these caves in Andhra Pradesh are a major tourist attraction. Belonging to the 4th and 5th century ad, the Undavalli caves is well known for a 5 meters long statue of Lord Buddha in a reclining position. There is also a sculpture of Lord Vishnu made from a single Granite block. Dedicated to Anantapadmanabha Swamy and Narisimha Swamy, these caves are related to the Vishnukundin kings of 420 to 620 A.D.
How to reach Undavalli Caves
Undavalli is situated at a distance of 8 kilometers west from Vijaywada. There are buses and taxis that are available from these places to reach the Undavalli caves. The nearest railway station is also at Vijaywada. To travel to the Undavalli Caves, the nearest airport is at Hyderabad, 280 kilometers away.
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undavalli caves, really they are classic example of our ancient India, the above mentioned instructions are exatly correct to reach the place all of them pls follow the above its very safe and gud
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