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Sanchi Stupa No 1, Sanchi
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A renowned center of Buddhism Sanchi boast of a rich artistic culture and among them the stupas outshines all other structures in its elegant grace. Dates back to 3rd century, these stupas were meant to keep the remnants and some of the stupas have been found with the relics of the disciples of Buddha.
Appealingly placed on the top of a hill, these stupas carries with them a rich legacy of architectural grandeur. Most striking among all the Stupas is the stupa number one, which has a diameter of 36.5 and a height of 16.4 meter. A colossal hemispherical dome on the top adds a heavenly charm to this centuries old monument. Highly embellished walls and gateways stand in everlasting majesty, and the paved procession path around it worn smooth by centuries of pilgrims.
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by Central Chronicle on November 27, 2009 02:38 PM
Sanchi is famous for its Stupas, Sanghaghars (Vihars), temples and pillars, which were built between 3rd century BC and 12th ...
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