Uparkot Caves, Junagadh

Name: Uparkot Caves
Address: Junagadh, India

#11 among attractions in Junagadh

Nature, Natural attraction, Buddhist architecture, Cave

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Uparkot caves, also Uperkot caves, are ancient man-made caverns. The caves are a part of the Junagadh Buddhist Cave Groups situated in the eastern part of Junagadh of the Indian state of Gujarat. ()

Coordinates: 21°31'33"N, 70°28'11"E

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Uparkot Caves – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Khapra Kodiya Caves, Uparkot Fort, Damodar Kund, Mahabat Maqbara complex.

~1590 ftN
Cave, Buddhist architecture
Khapra Kodiya Caves, Junagadh
8 min walk • Nestled in the historical city of Junagadh in the Indian state of Gujarat, the Khapra Kodiya Caves are an ancient marvel that beckons to history enthusiasts and tourists alike. These caves, carved out of limestone, provide a window into the monastic practices of the...
~640 ftSE
City wall
Uparkot Fort, Junagadh
4 min walk • Uparkot is a fort located in east side of Junagadh, Gujarat, India.
1.1 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Temple
Damodar Kund, Junagadh
28 min walk • Damodar Kund is one of the sacred lakes as per Hindu beliefs, which is located at the foothills of Girnar hills, near Junagadh in Gujarat, India.
0.6 miW
Historical place, Temple, Mausoleum
Mahabat Maqbara complex, Junagadh
16 min walk • Mahabat Maqbara and Bahauddin Maqbra are mausoleums in Junagadh, Gujarat, India. They were completed in 1892 and 1896 respectively and are dedicated to Mahabat Khan II, the Nawab of Junagadh State, and his minister Bahauddin Hussain Bhar respectively.
1.2 miN
Enduring zoo with diverse species
Sakkarbaug Zoo, Junagadh
30 min walk • Sakkarbaug Zoological Garden also known as Sakkarbaug Zoo or Junagadh Zoo is an 84-hectare zoo that opened in 1863 at Junagadh, Gujarat, India. The zoo provides purebred Asiatic lions for the Indian and the international endangered species captive breeding program for the critically endangered species.
0.4 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Buddhist architecture
Bava Pyara caves, Junagadh
11 min walk • Bava Pyara caves are an example of ancient man-made caverns. The caves are a part of the Junagadh Buddhist Cave Groups situated in the eastern part of Junagadh of the Indian state of Gujarat. Bava Pyara caves contains artworks of both Buddhism and Jainism.

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Which popular attractions are close to Uparkot Caves?

Nearby attractions include Uparkot Fort, Junagadh (4 min walk), Khapra Kodiya Caves, Junagadh (8 min walk), Bava Pyara caves, Junagadh (11 min walk), Mahabat Maqbara complex, Junagadh (16 min walk).

How to get to Uparkot Caves by public transport?

The nearest stations to Uparkot Caves:

Bus

City Busses (18 min walk)
Mahasagar Travels Terminal (20 min walk)

Train

Junagadh Junction (21 min walk)

Uparkot Caves, Junagadh

Facts and practical information

Uparkot Caves – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Khapra Kodiya Caves, Junagadh

Uparkot Fort, Junagadh

Damodar Kund, Junagadh

Mahabat Maqbara complex, Junagadh

Sakkarbaug Zoo, Junagadh

Bava Pyara caves, Junagadh

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Uparkot Caves?

How to get to Uparkot Caves by public transport?