Bhattiprolu

Do you intend to have a vacation break in your life? Incase you are looking for a right destination to holiday to, then visit Bhattiprolu. The small village of Bhattiprolu is nestled in the Guntur District of Andhra Pradesh. Bhattiprolu was previously named as Pratipalapura, which thrived as a Buddhist town during the Sala kingdom. Visit Bhattiprolu for its famous Buddha stupa, locally called as Chinna Lanja dibba and Vikramarka kota dibba that came into existence during the 3 rd to 2nd century BC. Archeological excavations prove that Bhattiprolu existed during the 3rd Century BC, having links with the Brahmi script that later on became the Bhattiprolu script.

As inscribed in the history, King Kubera headed Bhattiprolu during the 230 BC, after the reign of the Sala Kings. Archeological digging held in year 1870, proves the existence of three adorned stone relic caskets in the region that comprises of crystal caskets, Buddha remnants along with the existence of ancient jewels, especially commenced by Alexander Rea in the region of Bhattiprolu. The stupa that was originated in Bhattiprolu was about 40 meters in diameter while being 2.4 meters width wise, which is one of the significant attractions of the region. The crystal casket of sarira dhatu belonging to the Buddhist era is yet another attraction of the region.

Take a glimpse at the remnants of Mahachaitya (the great stupa) having a large pillared hall, with Buddhist inscription and adorned with beads of bone and crystal. Travel to Bhattiprolu, which is lying along the Guntur-Repalle railway line with a stretch of about 11 kms especially from Repalle within the Guntur district. Avail regular bus and train services from Repalle Bhattiprolu that connect you to this place. During the ancient period, Raja Kuberka took the responsibility in preserving the remnants of Lord Buddha. So travel to historical destination of Bhattiprolu that would leave behind cherished moments.