Bairat Temple

A rare Buddhist site in Rajasthan, dates back to the 3rd century BCE during Emperor Ashoka's reign

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This temple showcases a circular architecture with a circumambulatory path, crafted from fire-burned bricks

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Ashoka’s Minor Rock Edict was discovered near the temple, highlighting Buddhism’s reach in Rajasthan

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The temple features 26 octagonal wooden pillars and lime-plastered brickwork, a testament to ancient innovation

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Adjacent to Bairat Temple stood a monastery with cells for monks or nuns, unearthed through meticulous excavations

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Excavations have revealed lamps and pottery, offering insights into the daily lives of ancient monastic communities

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The existence of Bairat Temple evidences Buddhism’s unexpected popularity in historically non-Buddhist regions

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Despite time's ravages, Bairat's foundational remains inspire study of early Buddhist architectural forms

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Bairat Temple’s ruins remind us of Ashoka’s dedication to spreading Buddhism across diverse landscapes

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Bairat Temple

Know about the famous Buddhist Temple in a place you can’t imagine

A rare Buddhist site in Rajasthan, dates back to the 3rd century BCE during Emperor Ashoka's reign

Bairat Temple

This temple showcases a circular architecture with a circumambulatory path, crafted from fire-burned bricks

Unique Circular Design

Ashoka’s Minor Rock Edict was discovered near the temple, highlighting Buddhism’s reach in Rajasthan

Ashoka’s Edict

The temple features 26 octagonal wooden pillars and lime-plastered brickwork, a testament to ancient innovation

Architectural Details

Adjacent to Bairat Temple stood a monastery with cells for monks or nuns, unearthed through meticulous excavations

Attached Monastery

Excavations have revealed lamps and pottery, offering insights into the daily lives of ancient monastic communities

Artifacts Discovered

The existence of Bairat Temple evidences Buddhism’s unexpected popularity in historically non-Buddhist regions

Buddhism in Rajasthan

Despite time's ravages, Bairat's foundational remains inspire study of early Buddhist architectural forms

Legacy of Bairat

Bairat Temple’s ruins remind us of Ashoka’s dedication to spreading Buddhism across diverse landscapes

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