Thotlakonda Stupa

Explanation :

• Thotlakonda Buddhist Complex is situated on a hill near Bheemunipatnam, Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh.
• It came to light during an aerial survey by the Indian Navy for setting up a Naval Base. After its discovery, major excavations have been conducted by the Andhra Pradesh State Archaeology Department during 1988 - 1993.
• The excavations established the existence of a Hinayana Buddhist complex which flourished 2000 years ago.
• Thotlakonda Complex is a dwelling of various Stupas, Viharas and Chaityas.