Orajhar, Penahiajhar, and Kharahuwanjhar Balrampur - Monuments of India - By TripsGuru.com (sitios de interés)
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Orajhar is situated on the left bank of Khajua, a tributary of Rapti in district and tehsil Balrampur, U.P. It may be identified with the celebrated ‘Purvarama’ or Eastern monastery,built by Vishakha as seen by Fa-hien. Here, excavation has revealed a three-fold cultural sequence, starting from Kushan period (Ist cent. AD) followed by Gupta and medieval periods 11th-12th cent. AD). The Kushan period has revealed remains of a monastic complex with the usual plan. The Gupta period is witnessed in form of a plinth of a temple which is enclosed by a wall. The medieval period revealed a star-like structure at the top of the Gupta temple.Monuments of India - Brought to you by TripsGuru.com