A walk back into time-
Sanchi Stupa

Rising from the plains, 46km northeast of Bhopal, is a rounded hill topped with some of the oldest and most interesting Buddhist structures in India. Located in central part of the state of Madhya Pradesh, Sanchi is the location of several Buddhist monuments, dating from the third century BC to the twelfth century BC.

Today, around fifty monuments remain on the hill of Sanchi, including three stupas and several temples. The monuments have been listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1989.

The 'Great Stupa' at Sanchi was originally commissioned by the emperor Ashoka the Great in the third century BCE. Its nucleus was a simple hemispherical brick structure built over the relics of the Buddha. It was crowned by the chhatra, a parasol-like structure symbolising high rank, which was intended to honour and shelter the relics (Dehejia 1997).

Life Away from Life plans to take a walk in the past, exploring the Buddhist monument in the months of January & February 2010

We would also be exploring the famous Udaygiri Caves - cut into sandstone hill, about 20 Gupta period cave shrines dating from AD 320 to 606.

More details about Sanchi Stupas

Trip Details:

Trip dates: 3 days, 2 nights

14th to 16th Jan 2010
23rd to 25th Jan 2010
11th to 13th Feb 2010
26th to 28th Feb 2010

Excursion Cost : Ex Vidisha
To be mailed on request.

Cost includes
All transportation ex Vidisha, accommodation, guide, monument fees

Cost does not include
Travel to Vidisha and back, All meals, extra expenses like drinks, tips, medical and travel insurances, video camera fee, beverages, etc.

Contact for participation
Prateek Deo
cell: 9869158351

email : prateekdeo@gmail.com

A Life Away From Life venture.

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