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Sanchi Stupa

TempleAsiaIndiac. 250 BCEMauryan Buddhist

Oldest surviving Buddhist stupa, commissioned by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE. Hemispherical dome 36m wide, surrounded by four ornate gateways depicting Buddha's life through symbol (the Buddha himself is never shown). UNESCO World Heritage.

23.4793°, 77.7398°

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