What to expect
Highlights
- The Brahmi edict that first named Ashoka.
- The granite-boulder setting.
- The surrounding prehistoric mound.
Maski Ashokan Edict
A Minor Rock Edict of Emperor Ashoka carved on a granite boulder at Maski — the first edict found to name "Devanampriya Ashoka", which conclusively identified the title Devanampriya with the emperor Ashoka; an ASI monument of national importance. This heritage guide is organized from Maski in Raichur district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which heritage stays, local guides, restaurants, shops, wellness options, transport and visitor services should be verified around Maski Ashokan Edict.
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseMaski
DistrictRaichur
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed30 to 45 minutes
EntryFree
At Maski, a Minor Rock Edict of Emperor Ashoka is carved on a granite boulder amid a prehistoric site.
It was the first of Ashoka’s edicts found to name "Devanampriya Ashoka", which conclusively identified the imperial title Devanampriya with Ashoka himself; it is an ASI monument of national importance.
Getting there
How to visit
- At Maski town, about 90 km from Raichur; reached by road.
- A fragile protected inscription — do not touch or chalk the letters.
Distance by road
- Kalaburagi100 km
- Ballari110 km
- Hyderabad180 km
- Hubballi200 km
- Bengaluru410 km
Road km to Raichur; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; morning light.
Weather in Maski Ashokan EdictSeasonal guide
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Today at Maski Ashokan Edict
Sunrise6:11 am
Sunset6:35 pm
Golden hour best light5:35 pm–6:35 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:35 pm–7:00 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 278°
Moon tonight🌗 Last quarter · 50%
South-west monsoon. June to September is the south-west monsoon in Karnataka. Expect heavy showers, mostly in bursts rather than all day — carry rain cover, allow extra time for getting around, and note that ferries and open-air sites are the first things affected.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
Visitor notes
- A fragile Ashokan inscription — treat it with great care and do not deface the rock.
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Maski Ashokan Edict — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours
Best timeOctober to February; morning light
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Maski Ashokan Edict
At Maski, ~90 km from Raichur; by road
Getting back
Work out your return before you settle in for the sunset. Public transport here thins out sharply in the evening, and Maski Ashokan Edict is easier to reach than to leave. We do not publish departure times: there is no official live feed we are permitted to republish, and a wrong time here would strand you. Check the operator directly on the day.
- KSRTC — the Karnataka state bus operator; route and schedule enquiries. Online booking.
- Indian Railways — live running and seat availability for the nearest railhead, named under “Getting here” above.
Ask at the bus stand for the time of the last service back, not the next one. If you miss it, an auto or app cab is the fallback — agree the fare before you get in.
Getting around Maski Ashokan Edict
We have not assessed physical access at this place yet. Across India, step-free routes, handrails and accessible toilets are the exception rather than the rule, and pavements are often interrupted — if step-free access matters to you, contact the site or a local operator before committing to the trip.
If you need help at Maski Ashokan Edict
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Maski Ashokan Edict — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Maski Ashokan Edict?
October to February; morning light.
What are the entry fee and timings at Maski Ashokan Edict?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours.
How do I reach Maski Ashokan Edict?
At Maski town, about 90 km from Raichur; reached by road. A fragile protected inscription — do not touch or chalk the letters.
How much time do I need for Maski Ashokan Edict?
30 to 45 minutes.
What else is near Maski Ashokan Edict?
Nearby you can pair Mudgal Fort (23.5 km), Hutti Gold Mines (26.4 km), Jaladurga Fort (40.8 km), Manvi Fort (42.8 km).
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Maski Ashokan Edict guides, stories & itineraries
We have not published a story about Maski Ashokan Edict itself yet. These cover Maski, the town it sits in, and the wider district.
Around Maski
Maski Ashokan Edict sits in Maski, so these cover the streets, buildings and surroundings around it.
Karnataka-wide guides & itineraries
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Image credits
Photographs: Sudeep m, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0). Wikimedia Commons.