Rock Cut Architecture and Sculpture at its very best
The Ellora caves are the most beautiful of rock cut architecture and sculpture in this part of the world. The depict the coming together of 3 religions - budhism, jainism and hinduism, carrying surprisingly similar stories. Ofcourse the best and the most beautiful is the Kailash temple. A new visitors centre and interpretation centre is being developed. But this will take time to operationalize.
Dont forget your camera and walking shoes. A bottle of water and a cap is a must at any time of the year. This is an all day event and Hotel Kailash is a great place to stay very close to the caves.
The ellora caves will take you all day to see… actually 2 dedicated days will be great for the discerning traveller. However there are other very interesting sites in a 100 km radius including the Grishneshwar temple in the nearby village just 10 minutes by walk from the ellora caves. Also see Ajanta caves, pithalkhora, daulatabad fort and a plethora of other sites of heritage importance around.
The best way to get around ofcourse is to organize a car from Aurangabad, the nearest city centre. Else you can hope on to one of the tourist buses or the numerous jeeps for a ride more easy on the wallet!!!
But this one is a MUST SEE in India #letsguide
Hello @Chetankum13 ,
Thanks for this amazing post!
It’s super informative and useful. Furthermore this photos are breathtaking. There are so many places in India, which I should visit. When is the best time to see the caves?
My favorite photo is the one with the waterfall, it’s impressive.
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Start early morning. It will take your entire day if you want to study ancient architecture @Petra_M
Thanks for the information @Chetankum13 !
It’s ellora caves Not ajanta caves please correct it
It’s ellora caves Not ajanta caves