Mumbai | 31.03.2019 | 09:00 am ~ 11:30 am

A Peek into Mumbai’s Historic Past - Mahakali Caves

About the walk

A complex of 19 odd rock-cut monuments excavated between the 1st century BCE and the 6th century CE are hidden in the concrete jungle that Andheri is today. Standing testimony to the Buddhist past of the city, the Mahakali Caves or the Kondivite Caves complex consists of various viharas, rock-cut water cisterns and stupas. The proximity of Kanheri (in today’s Sanjay Gandhi National Park) to the Mahakali Caves suggests that there could have been another Buddhist congregation associated with the larger one at Kanheri. The caves are dotted with a few Pali inscriptions and the rock-cut Buddhist iconography of later periods.

In spite of being situated in the heart of Mumbai city, these caves are serene and peaceful. So what are you waiting for? Get ready to explore and uncover the mysteries of the forgotten world!

This guided tour is free.

Walk Time
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Walk Date
Meeting Time
08:45 am

About the walk

A complex of 19 odd rock-cut monuments excavated between the 1st century BCE and the 6th century CE are hidden in the concrete jungle that Andheri is today. Standing testimony to the Buddhist past of the city, the Mahakali Caves or the Kondivite Caves complex consists of various viharas, rock-cut water cisterns and stupas. The proximity of Kanheri (in today’s Sanjay Gandhi National Park) to the Mahakali Caves suggests that there could have been another Buddhist congregation associated with the larger one at Kanheri. The caves are dotted with a few Pali inscriptions and the rock-cut Buddhist iconography of later periods.

In spite of being situated in the heart of Mumbai city, these caves are serene and peaceful. So what are you waiting for? Get ready to explore and uncover the mysteries of the forgotten world!

This guided tour is free.

Led By

Ashwini Nawathe
She is a nature lover, a trekker and an ardent reader from Mumbai. After playing Lawyer for a time, she shifted to her passion and love – History! She holds a Master’s Degree in Ancient Indian Culture and Archaeology and is working as a Senior Executive: Research, Content Writer and Editor at www.mintageworld.com. She is a tad bit of a crazy writer with lots of gumption and maintains a personal blog on WordPress http://www.kaleidoscopeofmylife.com/ Here you can find her blogs and poems on…

Meeting Time

08:45 AM

Meeting point

Kondivite/Mahakali Caves Entrance Gate

Nearest Bus/Metro station

Andheri or Jogeshwari (Western Line)

Disclaimer

The information & views presented by walk leaders and individual speakers are based on personal perspectives and points of view and do not necessarily represent views, opinions and official policies of Sahapedia.

Sahapedia reserves the right to cancel an event due to unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be informed accordingly.

Maintaining safety during our events is our main priority. We have implemented several social distancing and safety measures to limit physical interactions between all attendees at the walk. Sahapedia/ India Heritage Walks is not responsible for any illnesses developing due to participation in physical events. 

 

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Please Note

  • Travel expenses are to be borne by the participant. Travelling by road will be convenient as the Caves are located near the junction between the Jogeshwari-Vikhroli Link Road and SEEPZ. The bus service operated by BEST connects the Andheri Railway Station to the caves.
  • Entry fees of INR 20 are to be borne by the participant.
  • Photography allowed (charges are to be borne by the participant).
  • Please wear light comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
  • Please carry a cap/hat/scarf, drinking water and snacks.