For the ones who do not know, Bagh Caves, Dhar is a name that is derived from the seasonal stream Baghani, which runs across the Buddhist sculptures. In addition to this, Bagh Caves have a cluster of sculptures and carvings and are counted one of the finest among the other Buddhist caves.
Visitor Information:
It is to inform all the travellers that Bagh Caves are open 24 hours and the exact location is Bagh Cave Road, Naingaon, Dhar, Madhya Pradesh 454221. Apart from this, if you are wondering as to if there is any entry fee, then yes, it is INR 5 per Indian and SAARC countries adults. It is noticed that Bagh Caves will take 2 hours of your time in order to enjoy the beauty of this place. Bagh Caves is for around 120 kms from Mandu bus stand.
History:
Bagh Caves is located on the banks of Baghani River in the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh. The rock cut caves of this beauty place possess the most astonishing paintings known to be made by ancient man. It is also to be noted here that out of the initial 9 caves only 5 caves are extant today. The caves were carved in the late 4th century – 6th century AD, and were built by Buddhist monk, Dataka. It is also to be mentioned here that when Bagh Caves, Dhar was discovered; only cave no. 3 and cave no. 4 had endured the ravages of time. Topping it all, the frescoes of Bagh unquestionably epitomise the 'golden age' of Indian classical art.
Architecture:
Bagh caves consist of nine rock-cut monuments that are said to have been established by Dataka, who happens to be a Buddhist monk. The caves were erected between late 4th to 6th centuries AD. Bagh caves have its ceilings covered in brown thick mud plaster having been embellished with some pretty ancient mural paintings. We won’t be wrong if we say that Bagh Caves, Dhar is one of the best places for caving experience in MP.
Best Time to Visit:
The best time to visit Dhar is during the winters. One can go and enjoy their trip during the months between October and March as the climate during this time is pleasant and nice and the atmosphere refreshing.
How to Reach:
For those who are travelling by air, Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport in Indore is the nearest airport. One can get any regular flight from Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Jaipur, Hyderabad, Bhopal, Ahmedabad, Nagpur, Raipur and Kolkata. For those travelling via bus, Mandu is well connected from Indore (95 km) and Dhar (35 km).
Things To Do In Mandu:
Trekking
Walking & Biking
Adventurous sports
Sightseeing
Cycling
Nearby Attractions:
Below are a few nearby places that every must visit if they planning a trip to Madhya Pradesh:
Ship Palace (Jahaz Mahal)
Rani Roopmati Pavillion
Hindola Mahal (Swing Palace)
Dhar Fort
Rani Roopmati Palace
Baz Bahadur's Palace
Jami Masjid
Hoshang Shah's Tomb
Nilkanth Mahal
Kakra Khoh Waterfall
Hathi Mahal