Shanci Temple - India Buddhist Art & Sculpture

Shanci is considered as the oldest stone structure in India, the stupa has magnificently carved gateways or toranas. Amongst the finest examples of Buddhist art. The four gateways are each worth studying.
Ashoka Pillar Lies near the southern gateway is One of the finest examples of Ashokan pillars.

Gupta Temple is a 5th century AD temple, is one of the earliest known examples of temple architecture in India.

Sanchi is situated 68 kms from Bhopal, Sanchi has the distinction of having the finest specimens of almost all Buddhist architectural forms, Stupa, Chaitya, Temples and Monasteries dating from 3rd century BC.

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