Ellora caves

Ellora (Marathi: वेरूळ)- Built by the Rashtrakuta Dynasty. Famous for its monumental caves, Ellora is a World Heritage Site.
Ellora represents the epitome of Indian rock-cut architecture.The 34 "caves" – actually structures excavated out of the vertical face of the Charanandri hills – being Buddhist, Hindu and Jain cave temples and monasteries, were built between the 5th century and 10th century. The
12 Buddhist (caves 1-12),
17 Hindu (caves 13-29) and
5 Jain caves (caves 30-34),
built in proximity, demonstrate the religious harmony prevalent during this period of Indian history.

Ellora has been designated as a World Heritage Site, to be preserved as an artistic legacy that will continue to inspire and enrich the lives of generations to come.

Also near by cave there is temple of Lord Shiva(Ghrushneshwar) which is 12th(Last)Jyotirlinga.

Distances from major cities:- Mumbai 400 km,Hydrabad 432km ,Bangalore 930,Delhi 1220,Aurangabad:-26 km

How to go:- You can go to aurangabad by Aeroplane,Train or Bus,from Aurangabad many buses of MSRTC and Private Taxis are available.

Where to stay:-Resorts by MTDC at Aurangabad(Near railway station)

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