Peaceful and serene. The Sanchi Stupa is worth the visit. Good to take a guided tour to understand the history and significance of the place and why it is a UNESCO world heritage site. The guide will talk about the Stupa and the carvings on the toranas and about some structures nearby. But the site has many more structures, so, do explore the rest on your own.

An attempt by a human named Ashoka appreciating the teachings of another human named Siddharth Gautama also called as the Buddha. The stone inscriptions and the sculptures explaining the city and life at the time of Buddha. Despite being vandalized by many it was nice to see the architecture is preserved to the best of abilities.

Very convenient day trip from Bhopal. Buddhist significance apart its architecturally beautiful and scenic surroundings coupled with history make for an unmatched experience. A good guide and transport are essential. We were fortunate to have Mrs. Rekha Chopra of Radiant Travels info@radianttravelsmp.com as our guide.

Most of the reviews explain the importance of the Stupa and its significance hence I will not explain in detail. Instead the details provided below will benefit the travelers. First please visit the Stupa during the evening (say between 03:30 pm and 4:00 pm) with your own vehicle or take it own rent (mandatorily) for visiting & exiting out of Stupa. The entire visit will take around 2-3 hours and if feasible please take the service of a guide who will charge around Rs: 850 for 60-90 minutes. The reasons are mainly due to: 1) Evening time is pleasant and you will enjoy roaming around the Stupa. 2) There is a water fountain show [at the bottom of the Stupa and opposite the Stupa entry ticket counter window] at 6: 45 pm. Unfortunately the ticket counter opens only at 6:30 pm. If you have a vehicle then it will be easier to travel down to the witness the water fountain show. 3) Post the water fountain show there is a laser show (in both Hindi and English around 7:05 pm and 07:30 pm respectively but do reconfirm the timings) at the stupa and the tickets for the laser show are distributed only after completion of the water fountain show. It is the same ticket counter which distributes the tickets for the laser show and water fountain show but is different from the Stupa entry ticket counter. 4) If you have a vehicle then it will be easier to travel up to the Stupa to witness the laser show. Post the laser show the area becomes pitch dark and you may not be able to travel back if you do not have your own vehicle/vehicle on rent.

Sanchi has since long been a Buddhist complex with the great Stupa dominating the skyline along with other smaller sized stupas. The great Stupa dome rises to about 17 metres. The Sanchi complex is also a UNESCO world heritage site. The Stupa has four gateways where intricate carvings depict Gautam Buddha's life. Sanchi is quite close to Vidisha where Samrat Ashok who turned into a Buddha follower reigned and his Mauryan empire flourished. The Sanchi stupa was made in third BC by Ashoka. There is also an Archaeological Museum there. The Tropic of Cancer passes through Sanchi and hence in the recent past another feather has been added to Sanchi's cap - it has been made a Solar City. The complex is well maintained by ASI with filtered cold water machines installed at a no, of places to quench the tourists' thirst. Green lawns all around are a treat for the eyes and as the complex is on a hill one can also see the scenery of green fields and town from a height there. Washrooms both for Gents and Ladies are there and of course there is an entry fee for entering the complex. The Stupas hold Historical and Architectural significance and Sanchi complex is a popular Picnic spot too. September to March are the best months for visiting it. In December Japanese visit the place along with visitors from other countries too.

UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sanchi Stupas is wonderful site. This site escaped terror of Mughals and Britishers. It dates back to 3rd BC century. Built by Ashoka, Still stands tall. To explore fully, you need to hire guide. For history lovers and Archeological enthusiast, This is must see site.