Udayagiri Rock-Cut Caves
📍 Udayagiri Hills, Vidisha District, Madhya Pradesh 464001
Carved into an isolated sandstone ridge in the 5th century CE during the golden age of Chandragupta II, Udayagiri features 20 Hindu and Jain rock sanctuaries. Cave 5 houses the celebrated monumental bas-relief of Varaha (the boar incarnation of Vishnu) powerfully lifting the earth goddess Prithvi from the primordial ocean, hailed as one of the pinnacles of ancient Indian classical sculpture.
Entry Fee
Rs 25 (Indians), Rs 300 (Foreigners)
Best Time
Daytime
Best Season
October to March
Time Required
1–2 hours
How to reach
5 km from Vidisha railway station; 13 km from Sanchi.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the entry fee for Udayagiri Rock-Cut Caves?
The entry fee for Udayagiri Rock-Cut Caves is Rs 25 (Indians), Rs 300 (Foreigners).
What is the best time and season to visit Udayagiri Rock-Cut Caves?
The best season to visit is October to March, and the ideal time of day is morning or late afternoon.
How do I reach Udayagiri Rock-Cut Caves?
5 km from Vidisha railway station; 13 km from Sanchi.
How much time is required to explore Udayagiri Rock-Cut Caves?
A typical visit to Udayagiri Rock-Cut Caves takes around 1 to 2 hours.