Kondhane Caves

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Kondhane Caves are ancient Buddhist caves of 200 B. C. period. The Caves consist of Chaitya Gruh (the main Chaitya Hall) and Viharas ( rooms for Biddhist Monks). All are carved out in the rock. During the south-west monsoon period, particularly in the months of July, August, one can see beautifull waterfalls here. This is a monument worth visiting.
The main approach to this monument is from Karjat Railway Station (on the Mumbai - Pune Railway route. From Karjat there is an all weather road upto village Kondhane. From Kondhane one has to climb up the hill (about 3 k.m.) to reach Kondhane Caves.
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Coordinates:   18°50'55"N   73°23'9"E

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