Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka
Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka
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The pre-historic cave paintings depict life in the Neolithic age.
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marlenes170179
Bangalore District, India121 contributions
Oct 2023
Bhimbetka is a must visit for all to see and understand how people lived in the neolithic ages, how they thought etc.
Cleanliness - Should have more dustbins as people litter the place
Guides- Horrible. PLEASE dont hire any guide. He knew nothing, he ran through the site so fast because he has a phone call for the next tourist. Its a money racket.
Not sure why World Heritage and ASI are not looking into this seriously.
You have these code that u can scan on your phone and will provide u details about the place
Cleanliness - Should have more dustbins as people litter the place
Guides- Horrible. PLEASE dont hire any guide. He knew nothing, he ran through the site so fast because he has a phone call for the next tourist. Its a money racket.
Not sure why World Heritage and ASI are not looking into this seriously.
You have these code that u can scan on your phone and will provide u details about the place
Written 30 October 2023
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Ashish G
Mumbai146 contributions
May 2023 • Solo
If history interests you/ if archeology interests you, then no look no further.
This caves, with paintings from 30000 years ago, are a marvel unto themselves.
Take a guide and go on an exploration tour.
From the zoo painting to the bland oddly shaped Rick shelrter, this place will amaze you
There are no major facilities around so plan for that.
But do visit - the UNESCO world heritage site tag is worth it
This caves, with paintings from 30000 years ago, are a marvel unto themselves.
Take a guide and go on an exploration tour.
From the zoo painting to the bland oddly shaped Rick shelrter, this place will amaze you
There are no major facilities around so plan for that.
But do visit - the UNESCO world heritage site tag is worth it
Written 4 June 2023
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Deepak Rao
Bhopal, India3 contributions
Nov 2022 • Friends
Nice place to explore, bheem Or mahabharat spend time there that's why it's called bheem baithka, this is is a UNESCO's word heritage site
Written 22 January 2023
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SunaliModi
Ahmedabad, India414 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
Bhim betka... Rock painting... Amazing rock shelters with beautiful rock paintings on the rocks... Can't believe how smart and expressive our ancestors were ..
Written 25 December 2022
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Chinmayee d
Pune, India79 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
Being a UNESCO site, the place is well maintained. Being one of the most ancient places more needs to be done to make this popular.
We got a guide, he was rather short on authentic knowledge but urged us to visit the museum in Bhopal. And at least didn't bring up the hindutva angle which is so prevalent in any history sightseeing. Having a guide is a must.
There were couples using this as a quiet place , which is fine, atleast they weren't being shooed away.
The rock shelters being what they are have let the paintings stay for these many years. It's nature's bounty that helped this being preserved.
Must see for any interest in the beginnings of the human race.
We got a guide, he was rather short on authentic knowledge but urged us to visit the museum in Bhopal. And at least didn't bring up the hindutva angle which is so prevalent in any history sightseeing. Having a guide is a must.
There were couples using this as a quiet place , which is fine, atleast they weren't being shooed away.
The rock shelters being what they are have let the paintings stay for these many years. It's nature's bounty that helped this being preserved.
Must see for any interest in the beginnings of the human race.
Written 4 September 2022
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Manisha Majumdar
New Delhi, India37 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Wonderful place to visit specially for history lovers. This place talks a lot about stone age men and women. If you really want to understand the place , you need minimum 2 to 3 hrs .
Distance from bhopal by road one and half hours.
Distance from bhopal by road one and half hours.
Written 11 August 2022
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BharathiMani
Bengaluru, India3,160 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
This place is a true treasure of India and Madhya Pradesh. Located in a protected natural reserve, it's very well maintained.
It's an hour from Bhopal.
The drawings in the cave belong to the paleolithic and mesolithic period and gives an idea about the life of the pre-historic humans.
Plan to spend 1-2 hours here. Come around 4pm as the place closes at 6pm. Do get a guide.
It's an hour from Bhopal.
The drawings in the cave belong to the paleolithic and mesolithic period and gives an idea about the life of the pre-historic humans.
Plan to spend 1-2 hours here. Come around 4pm as the place closes at 6pm. Do get a guide.
Written 6 August 2022
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schand
Mohali District, India80 contributions
Jul 2022
Even if there were no rock paintings, the rock shelters and the forest would make and excellent place to visit. The rock art makes is so much better. The rocks have many interesting shapes, carved by the elements and would be of particular appeal to children.
Written 17 July 2022
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Swiggy Wala #swiggywala
Jaipur, India17 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
The iconic Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka 🪨
On the foothills of the Vindhyan Mountains
Within massive sandstone outcrops
Are five clusters of rock shelters
Displaying paintings that appear to date from the Mesolithic Period
The cultural traditions of the villages adjacent to the site bear a strong resemblance to those represented in the rock paintings
It reflects the interactions between people and the landscape (specifically the local Adivasis)
Demonstrated in the rock art and in the relicts
A beautiful archeological site!
On the foothills of the Vindhyan Mountains
Within massive sandstone outcrops
Are five clusters of rock shelters
Displaying paintings that appear to date from the Mesolithic Period
The cultural traditions of the villages adjacent to the site bear a strong resemblance to those represented in the rock paintings
It reflects the interactions between people and the landscape (specifically the local Adivasis)
Demonstrated in the rock art and in the relicts
A beautiful archeological site!
Written 10 July 2022
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Anika Sharma
Navi Mumbai, India3,347 contributions
Dec 2021
Bhimbetka ( Bhim+ Baithak... Literal translation - Bhima's Seat ). Bhima was one of the Pandava brothers from Mahabharat.
Bhimbetka Rock Shelters is a UNESCO World Heritage Archeological site located at Raisen district near Bhopal. These rock shelters and caves are supposedly more than 100,000 years old!
The angles at which some of these massive rocks are resting is incredible.
This site contains the world's oldest stone walls and floors with carvings / paintings.
The entire area is neatly demarcated into Rock Shelters. Each Shelter has a brief description of what can be expected . However it was difficult to spot the paintings etc at many places as they have faded .
Nonetheless , a hidden Gem... definitely Recommended!
The place has a lot of steps ... senior citizens and toddlers may have issue walking up and down. During monsoons it may be slippery too. Food and water etc are not available in the premises .
We went recently , there were many people roaming about without masks .
Security should ensure people should follow the pandemic protocol like masks and social distancing which was missing .
Bhimbetka Rock Shelters is a UNESCO World Heritage Archeological site located at Raisen district near Bhopal. These rock shelters and caves are supposedly more than 100,000 years old!
The angles at which some of these massive rocks are resting is incredible.
This site contains the world's oldest stone walls and floors with carvings / paintings.
The entire area is neatly demarcated into Rock Shelters. Each Shelter has a brief description of what can be expected . However it was difficult to spot the paintings etc at many places as they have faded .
Nonetheless , a hidden Gem... definitely Recommended!
The place has a lot of steps ... senior citizens and toddlers may have issue walking up and down. During monsoons it may be slippery too. Food and water etc are not available in the premises .
We went recently , there were many people roaming about without masks .
Security should ensure people should follow the pandemic protocol like masks and social distancing which was missing .
Written 2 January 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
sushmib
Nagpur, India22 contributions
Hi, We are doing a road trip from Nagpur in our car. Regarding Bhimbetka, I read that entry fee for cab is INR2,500. Is this true? Also is walking the distance of 2.5 km uphill doable?
Sameer A
Gorakhpur, India3 contributions
What time are the caves open for public in the morning and are they open these days at all ?
knp10
Mumbai, India39 contributions
We are planning a 4 day trip to Bhopal. From 1st to 4th of March. Please help me with an itenary and also guides who can enrich our travel.
rajeev_poet
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India111 contributions
Just contact mp tourism
Malita C
32 contributions
I will be travelling solo to bhimbetka in December how safe is it to go there on my own? Where can I get a car rental and how much will it cost?
Prof Indira
Bangalore District, India191 contributions
It is 70 km approximately from Bhopal. Stay in Bhopal... travel in a cab very easily available on a day trip. You can spend a morning there and return by evening to Bhopal. The Madhya Pradesh tourism mid way retreat has fresh decent meals.... near Bhim Betka.
It is safe. Enjoy India’s ancient heritage.
travelindia2002
Noida, India5 contributions
How much times is required at the caves?
Vaishali G
Mumbai, India72 contributions
It usually takes 1.5-2 hrs to take a casual stroll around the full trail.
idaaning
Kolkata (Calcutta), India28 contributions
If I reach Bhopal station early in the morning, where from can I get the bus to Bhimbetka? I am ready to walk a couple of km in Bhopal and another from the highway to Bhimbetka. M P Transport website says there are buses from Bhopal to Hosangabad at 5:20am, 5:40am, 6:30am, 6:45am etc. I would like to know if the bus stops someplace within 4 km walking distance from Bhimbetka. I would also like to know how far is the bus stand from Bhopal railway station.
Akanksha2705
New Delhi, India2 contributions
Hi. I am in Bhopal for a few days and I am planning to visit Bhimbetka rock shelters. Are there buses that go till Bhimbetka? If yes then where can I take the bus from in Bhopal and will the bus drop me till the rock caves. I intend on coming back to Bhopal the same day. Is there any way to book for a round trip. Or will I get buses at Bhimbetka easily for way back. Kindly help
Sameer A
Ghaziabad, India86 contributions
Does it involve lot of walking ? is it suitable for aged people ?
Vand1111
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India42 contributions
It does involve walking but one might see a few wall paintings right at the entrance. So, for taking the elderly to the site go upto the site entrance in a car and after a walk of 2-3 minutes they would be able to see the paintings. One might also carry a wheel chair of their own if necessary. I didn't notice ASI providing wheel chair at the site.
Can we have a picnic there and bring our own food to eat?
Ashvini Upadhyay
Bengaluru, India57 contributions
Its a UNESCO site and hence i would suggest don't plan for a picnic over there at least near to the site
AnuradhaGhose
Kolkata (Calcutta), India61 contributions
How to reach Bhimbetka from Khajuraho? No trains from Khajuraho to Bhopal showing in IRCTC.
Alok G
Bengaluru, India18 contributions
hi if you want to go to bhimbetka you can come via road you can get direct bus to Bhopal bus route comes form sagar this bus journey will take approx 8 hr.
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