Bharhut Stupa

The Bharhut Stupa is an ancient Buddhist monument in India, built around the 2nd century BCE. It served as a sacred site for Buddhist worship and as a monument celebrating the Buddha’s life. Its exterior is decorated with intricate stone carvings and railings depicting scenes from the Buddha's teachings, his life, and various symbolic motifs. These detailed panels provide valuable insights into early Buddhist art, beliefs, and society. The stupa's purpose was to enshrine relics and inspire devotion, making it an important archaeological and cultural landmark that reflects the artistic and religious history of ancient India.