Hidden Heritage

An archaeological treasure, the naturally carved rocks with primitive cave paintings dating back to approximately 30,000 years make Bhimbetka an awe-inspiring history tale told entirely in pictures.

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Art and life have always treaded hand in hand and Bhimbetka caves with its primitive paintings are proof enough. To witness this miracle for real, we are driving from Bhopal to Bhimbetka. It is indeed tiring, but the exhaustion turns into excitement as one gets closer to the famous caves. It is hot and sultry but even from a distance, the landscape welcomes one with rare aesthetic beauty as the naturally sculpted rock formations cast a spell from afar. Nestled in the lush, dense woods, Bhimbetka is a rare visual treat. A UNESCO World Heritage site, these pre-historic rock shelters are sprawling in an area of 40 sqkm on the southern edge of Vindhyachal hills. Archaeologists are