Rock Cut Cave – Bongaigaon
Rock cut caves of Jogighopa in Bongaigaon are some of the magnificent wonders belonging to Salathambha period. Remains of five rock – cut caves on the banks of Brahmaputra is a distinct rock carved structures of Assam. The art of caves shows patterns which were chiefly practiced on the western part of Indian Sub-continent.
Specifications of Rock Cut Caves
The Archaeological Survey of India has been entrusted the duty of conserving this site. Measuring about 2.60 m in breadth, 1.90 m in height and 1.8 m in depth, these caves also comprise a verandah which measures 75 cm in length and 35 cm in breadth, along-with a round ceiling. There is also a platform composed of brick and mud which is present inside the caves.
One of the best-preserved caves in the area has the length of 1.90 m and comes with a round shape balcony. Among these five caves, some are fairly smaller and has no flights. Besides, Archaeological Survey of India has taken the responsibility for conserving caves. There are a series of artificially constructed steps on both side of the caves. An interesting thing to notice here is that sculptural motifs are absent.