Ellora Caves, Rock-cut temples in Sambhajinagar district, India
The complex spans 2 kilometers and contains 34 temples and monasteries excavated from volcanic rock formations between the 5th and 10th centuries.
The caves demonstrate the religious harmony between Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism through architectural features and artistic elements from these three traditions.
The Kailasa temple, carved from a single massive rock, stands as the centerpiece of the complex with detailed sculptures depicting deities and mythological scenes.
Visitors can access the caves through Aurangabad Airport or railway station, with regular bus services connecting the site to major cities in Maharashtra.
The construction technique involved carving from top to bottom, requiring removal of 200,000 tonnes of rock to create the temple structures.
Location: Aurangabad district
GPS coordinates: 20.02639,75.17917
Latest update: May 30, 2025 02:14
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