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Cave paintings dating back to approximately 30,000 years. Rock shelters that were home to humans, millennia ago. And a rich flora and fauna surrounding these, indeed, make Bhimbetka a gift to us from our earliest ancestors. The Bhimbetka Rock Shelter has the oldest-known rock art in India, as well as is one of the largest prehistoric complexes to be seen. An archaeological treasure, Bhimbetka has around 243 rock shelters and have earned the honour of UNESCO World Heritage Site. The paintings found in the rock shelters here have a striking resemblance to the ones discovered in Kakadu National Park in Australia; to the cave paintings of Bushmen in Kalahari Desert and Upper Palaeolithic Lascaux cave paintings in France. Pay a visit to the enigmatic temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It houses around 7.5 feet high shivlingam in its sanctum. It is believed that the construction of the temple was commenced during the reign of Paramara King Bhoja.
The town of Sanchi is synonymous with Buddhist Stupas - hemispherical structures typically containing relics of the Buddha or his followers. The Stupas of Sanchi were constructed on the orders of Emperor Ashoka to preserve and spread the Buddhist philosophy.
Ruled By Begums for 100 Years!
Bhopal also known as the 'City of Royals' has a long, important history. Between 1819 and
1926, it was ruled by the generation of Begums for over 100 years, who gave the city its
waterworks, railways, a postal system, and a municipality.
The nearest Airport is Bhopal. It is well connected with Mumbai, Delhi, Indore and all other major cities of India
Nearest Airport: Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO) - 48 kms from Bhimbetka
Bhimbetka is just around 46 km drive from Bhopal. Taxis and Buses are easily available on this route.
There is no direct rail connectivity to Bhimbetka. Bhopal junction railway station is the nearest railway station to the site, approximately 45 km away from the same.
Although auto and buses are available , it would be preferable to book a cab for the day.
| Month | High/Low (°C) | Rain |
|---|---|---|
| January | 24°/ 11° | 2 days |
| February | 28°/ 13° | 0 days |
| March | 32°/ 17° | 2 days |
| April | 37°/ 22° | 0 days |
| May | 40°/ 27° | 0 days |
| June | 38°/ 27° | 12 days |
| July | 29°/ 23° | 19 days |
| August | 26°/ 22° | 29 days |
| September | 27°/ 21° | 30 days |
| October | 28°/ 20° | 13 days |
| November | 28°/ 17° | 2 days |
| December | 24°/ 12° | 4 days |
The best time to visit Bhimbetka is from October - March. Winter season is the best season for a visit to Bhimbetka. Monsoon season is also a nice time to visit, while summers should be avoided, owing to the hostile climate.
