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Barabar and Nagarjuni Hill Caves Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

rock-cut caves in Bihar, India

About Barabar and Nagarjuni Hill Caves

The Barabar and Nagarjuni Hill Caves are dated back to 3rd century BCE. Belonging to the Maurya period, these caves were dedicated to Ajivikas, a lost sect today. Three caves are located in the Nagarjuni hill in the name of Gopika, Vadathika, and Vapiyaka caves. Three out of four caves of Barabar Hill bear dedicatory inscriptions by 3rd Mauryan emperor Ashoka. Similarly, all three caves of Nagarjuna range hold dedicatory inscriptions by the grandson of Asoka, Dasaratha.

Where to Stay in Barabar and Nagarjuni Hill Caves

  • 🏨Hotel Arnav
  • 🏨Hotel Barabar
  • 🏨Hotel Manisha International
  • 🏨Hotel Satyam International
  • 🏨Hotel Swagat
  • 🏨Hotel Viraat

Barabar and Nagarjuni Hill Caves Travel Guide Sections

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