Satdhara stupa is 41 kms (26.00 miles) far from
Bhopal placed near vidisha road. The main Stupa of the site is similar to that
of Sanchi having remains of railings. It is 13.65 mt. High excluding platforms
with diameter of 32.80 mt. Recent excavations have revealed brick pradaksh in a
patha & stair case of the Stupa. Other remains are of monastery and apsidal
temples. (Maurya & Sunga Period).
Set among verdant rolling hills 30 km north of
Bhopal, Satdhara (“Seven Streams”) is well worth the detour for stupa enthusiasts.
There are no less than 34 stupas dating from the Maurayan period in the third
century B.C. and 14 monastries.