Pandavleni Caves
पांडवलेणी
Twenty-four Buddhist rock-cut caves carved between the 1st century BCE and the 3rd century CE, with finely sculpted chaitya halls and monastic cells, and views over Nashik city.
Pandavleni Caves, also known as the Nashik Caves, lie on Trirashmi Hill south of the city. They were carved by Hinayana Buddhist monks. The 24 caves include chaitya halls with stupas and viharas with monks' cells. The walls bear Brahmi inscriptions from the Satavahana dynasty and the Western Satrap period, and Caves 3, 10 and 18 are the highlights. The climb takes about 200 steps and roughly 20 minutes. The Archaeological Survey of India charges around 25 rupees for admission, more for foreigners. At the foot of the hill is Dadasaheb Purandare Garden, about 20 minutes by bus from the city centre.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Ramkund & Panchavati
- Kapaleshwar Temple
- Kalaram Temple
- Sita Gufa
- Someshwar Temple & Waterfall
- Sula Vineyards
- Anjaneri Hill
- Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple