Sanchi Stupa, Madhya Pradesh

Sanchi is famous as a paradigm of Buddhist architecture and culture. Sanchi Stupa is the most momentous of all the monuments in Sanchi. Moreover, Sanchi Stupa is among the most preserved stupas in the central part of India as well. During the reign of Shunga, Sanchi Stupa was expanded and decorated with stairways and railings. A beautiful harmika was placed on the top of the edifice. The monument is bejeweled with astounding designs and motifs. Interestingly, Lord Buddha has been emblematically represented in Sanchi Stupa in the figure of a tree and other inanimate forms.

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