Why to visit Choti Chawni
Choti Chawni also called Valmiki Bhawan or Maniramdas Chawni, is a beautiful structure in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. It is entirely made out of white marble. It’s a beautiful place that you should definitely visit.
Choti Chawni has 34 caves, with 17 Hindu in the center, 5 Jain in the north, and 12 being Buddhist in the south. This architectural marvel makes it a historically significant site. There’s also Kailasha Temple inside the caves which adds to the intricate beauty of the structures.
Did you know?
It is said that the sadhus started living together in a group to protect the religion, and during the time of the British, the place where they lived began to be called a chawni.
Places Nearby
If you're interested in exploring nearby attractions, you can visit–
- Kanak Bhawan (1.9 km)
- Hanuman Garhi Temple (1.6 km)
- Treta Ke Thakur (400 m)
Best time to visit
Ayodhya is most enjoyable to visit from October to March, during the winter season.
Timings
7 pm to 6 pm
Suggested Duration
30-40 mins approx
Distance from Ayodhya Airport: 12.9 km
Distance from Ayodhya Junction: 2.6 km
