Udayagiri Caves (Madhya Pradesh)
- Description: A group of 20 rock-cut caves from the Gupta period (3rd-5th Century CE).
- Significance: Important archaeological site, used by Emperor Chandragupta II for secret meetings and negotiations.
- Location: Near Vidisha, about 60 km from Bhopal.
Udayagiri (Odisha)
- The largest Buddhist site in Odisha, featuring major stupas and monasteries.
- Part of the "Diamond Triangle" (with Ratnagiri and Lalitgiri), an important Buddhist heritage center active from the 7th-12th centuries.
- Often confused with the nearby Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves in Bhubaneswar, which are Jain caves.
Udayagiri Fort (Andhra Pradesh)
- Description: A historic fort built in the 14th century, perched on a hill.
- Significance: A formidable stronghold for Gajapati and Vijayanagara rulers, now a bio-diverse park.
Udayagiri Fort (Tamil Nadu)
- Description: Another significant fort, unique for its construction by a Dutch naval commander for Kerala's kings.
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