Karad Caves


The Karad Caves form a group of 66 Buddhist caves located about 5 kilometers south west of Karad, near the village Jakhinwadi overlooking the Koyna River. They are composed of:
  • Agashiv Caves
  • Bhairav Caves
  • Dongrai Caves )
The caves are located on Agashiv hill and some caves are scattered around Jakhinwadi.
The caves facing south are important caves. There are caves in the valley as well. One of the caves is named after Chokhamela who lived there for about 8 years.
These caves are carved in first century BC and are very simple.
The inscription describes the gift by Sanghmitra, Son of Gopala.