Bhimbetka rock shelters
Raisen district
Contents
7 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:39
Welcome to the Bhimbetka Rock Shelters, an extraordinary sanctuary where the ancient chronicle of humanity seamlessly intertwines with the natural grandeur of the central Indian landscape. In two thousand and three, this site was…
Listen in the app2Auditorium Cave and Chief's Rock4:17
Welcome to the entrance of the Auditorium Cave. As we begin our exploration of this monumental shelter, consider a astonishing fact that challenges common assumptions about ancient history. …
Listen in the app3Zoo Rock & Prehistoric Animal Paintings3:53
As you arrive at the famous shelter known as Zoo Rock, prepare to be amazed by a remarkable fact regarding prehistoric chemistry and artistic preservation. The vibrant, multi coloured art displayed across this central rock face…
Listen in the app4Historical Period Art & Nataraja Cave3:40
Welcome to the shelter showcasing Historical Period Art and the Nataraja Cave. The most astonishing revelation awaiting you here is that ancient written inscriptions in Sunga Brahmi and Sankha Lipi scripts are painted directly…
Listen in the app5The Bison Pursuit Shelter3:19
Welcome to the Bison Pursuit Shelter. As you step in front of this panel, the most surprising realization to absorb is that prehistoric rock artists did not restrict themselves to static animal silhouettes or glorified tales of…
Listen in the app6The Beehive Sandstone & Barkheda Monoliths3:34
Welcome to the shelter of the Beehive Sandstone and Barkheda Monoliths. To open our discussion at this site, consider an amusing scientific mix up that captured global news headlines. …
Listen in the app7Closing2:09
We have now reached the conclusion of our audio tour through the Bhimbetka Rock Shelters. Walking through this landscape today is far more than a simple excursion through an ancient archaeological site. …
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What is Bhimbetka rock shelters?
Bhimbetka rock shelters is a place in Raisen district with 7 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Raisen district |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 7 |
| Total length | 23 min 31 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 22.9386, 77.6144 |
| Last updated |