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- The Great Stupa at Sanchi is one of the oldest stone structures in India and was originally commissioned by the emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century
- BCE.
- Its nucleus was a simple hemispherical brick structure built over the relics of the Buddha.
- It was crowned by the chhatra, a parasol-like structure symbolising high rank, which was intended to honour and shelter the relics.
- The original construction work of this stupa was overseen by Ashoka, whose wife Devi was the daughter of a merchant of nearby Vidisha. Sanchi was
- also her birthplace as well as the venue of her and Ashoka's wedding.
- In the 1st century BCE, four elaborately carved toranas (ornamental gateways) and a balustrade encircling the entire structure were added.
- The Sanchi Stupa built during Mauryan period was made of bricks.
- The complex flourished until the 11th century.
- The Great Stupa at Sanchi is one of the oldest stone structures in India and was originally commissioned by the emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century
- BCE.
- Its nucleus was a simple hemispherical brick structure built over the relics of the Buddha.
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