Sana Caves

Amreli

The city of Amreli, formerly Amaravalli, is in southwestern Gujarat state, west-central India. It is primarily a commercial center with industries that include the manufacture of khadi (coarse cotton cloth), tanning, silver working, and cotton ginning.

Brief History

The hill has 62 rock shelters scattered at different levels. The most interesting group has ornate carvings and stupas, rock cut pillows, benches and chaityas. Some caves also have a dome and pillared hall. Experts believe that these are among the few earliest caves of Western India dating from 2nd century BC.