• Location: Rajaghatta village in Doddaballapur taluk, Bengaluru Rural district.
• Historical Importance: Ancient Buddhist settlement dating back to 4th and 5th centuries.
• Discovery: Excavations led by Krishnamurthy between 2001–2004 found:
  • Remnants of a Buddhist Chaityalaya (brick structure),
  • Engraved stones,
  • Buddha sculptures,
  • Vihara rooms, and other artefacts.

Current Revival Efforts

• Initiated by: Karnataka Tourism Minister K. Patil (on July 16).
• Authorities Involved: Department of Archaeology and Museums.
• Goal: To resume excavation and promote the site as a Buddhist heritage tourist destination.

Excavation History & Findings

• Excavated under the Mythic Society & Mysore Buddhist Charitable Organization.
• Artefacts shifted to the Museum of the Department of Archaeology in Mysore.

Future Plans

• Develop Rajaghatta into a heritage tourism site.
• Public exhibition of artefacts after excavation.
• Raise awareness about Karnataka’s Buddhist past.