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Maharashtra is one of the most visited places in India on account of the presence of innumerable tourist spots, ranging from caves to temples, beaches to hills and gardens to lakes. A traveller can find everything within its boundaries, such is the grandeur of Maharashtra.
However, Kuda Caves are amongst those attractions in the Raigad district of Maharashtra which need more attention from tourists and travellers due to their historical significance and wonderful architecture. If you love exploring new places and bringing them to the limelight, then Kuda Caves in Raigad are must-visits for you. Read on to know more about Kuda Caves and how to reach them.
Best Time To Visit Kuda Caves
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As the summers are very hot in the Raigad district, the region in and around Kuda Caves is uncomfortable with the temperature rising above the average level. Therefore, the best time to visit Kuda Caves is from October until the end of March. However, they are year-round destinations for offbeat travellers and locals tourists, especially history lovers.
A Little About Their Formation And Speciality
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Kuda Caves are ancient Buddhist caves which date back to the 1st century BC. Being a complex of 26 rock-cut caves, they are amongst those wonderful places where you can trace the history of Buddhism in the region. These caves were made for Buddhist monks who used to live and meditate here.
You can find several inscriptions, beautiful drawings and intricate patterns on walls of the caves. The inscriptions found in the caves describe the donations, which were given to Buddhist monks by people living in the region, such as writers, ministers, physicians and gardeners.
Even though over a period of time, most of the drawings have faded, there are still a lot of spots inside the caves which certainly narrate the stories of their formation, existence and survival. Wouldn't you love to explore these ancient marvels?
Places Of Interest Near Kuda Caves
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Once you are done with exploring the surroundings and marvellous architecture of the caves, you can go beyond their boundaries and visit nearby tourist attractions. Tala Fort, Murud Beach, Murud Janjira Fort, Korlai Fort, Nandagaon and Akshi Beach are certain other spots which might interest you. These all tourists attractions are located within 40 km.
If you have no limits regarding distance, then you can also visit Morvi Dongar, Khanderi Fort and Kihim Beach, which are located within 100 km from Kuda Caves. So, when so much is there to witness and savour around Kuda Caves, why not go on a tour to Raigad district this season?
How To Reach Kuda Caves
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By Air: You can catch a flight to Pune Airport and then from there you can take a taxi to Kolad, where Kuda Caves are located. It will take you an approximate time of 4 hours to reach Kuda Caves from the airport as it is located at a distance of about 150 km from the caves.
By Rail: The nearest railway station is at Kolad at a distance of about 30 km. From the station, you can hire a cab to Kuda Caves.
By Road: Having a good road network in the Kuda region of Raigad, Kuda Caves are easily accessible by road.
