Ashoka Pillar with Dharma Chakra – Sanchi’s Legacy in Stone

This photo features a sculpted depiction of the Ashoka Pillar crowned with the Dharma Chakra, finely carved onto the railing of the Sanchi Stupa complex. The emblematic lions, wheel of law, and lotus base symbolize India's ancient Buddhist heritage, moral order, and imperial craftsmanship. This pillar carving also resembles the national emblem of India, emphasizing Sanchi’s lasting cultural influence.