{"id":40,"count":4,"description":"<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Address - <\/strong>Near Aurangabad, Maharashtra, 431117, India<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>UNESCO World Heritage Site- <\/strong>Ellora Caves became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Time Period- <\/strong>Constructed over a span of five centuries, from the 6th to 10th centuries AD.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Rock cut Architecture -<\/strong> These caves are famous for their wonderful rock cut designs and beautiful sculptures.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Three Major Groups - <\/strong>Ellora has three main groups of caves - Buddhist, Hindu and Jain that shows a mix of different religious traditions.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Total Caves -<\/strong> There are 34 caves in total each dedicated to different gods and religious themes.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Kailash Temple - <\/strong>Kailash Temple at Ellora, dedicated to Lord Shiva is famous as one of the largest rock cut temples in the world.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Mixed Styles- <\/strong>Ellora is a mix of different styles from Hindu, Jain and Buddhist cultures.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Notable Sculptures-<\/strong> Inside, you\u2019ll find beautiful carvings of gods, mythological scenes, and everyday life.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Cultural Heritage-<\/strong> Ellora Caves are a great example of India\u2019s rich cultural and religious past.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Ajanta Caves Aurangabad Entrance Fees:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>\u20b910 per person for Indian visitors<\/li>\r\n \t<li>\u20b9250 per person for foreign tourists<\/li>\r\n \t<li>\u20b925 for the use of Still\/Video Camera<\/li>\r\n \t<li>No entry fee for children below 15 years of age.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Timings:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Monday- Closed\/Holiday<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Tuesday to Sunday- 9:00 am \u2013 5:00 pm<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nEllora Caves in Maharashtra are an amazing part of India\u2019s history. Built from the 6th century they are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The site has 34 caves that represent Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain traditions. The caves have beautiful carvings and sculptures that show the skills of ancient artists. Walking around Ellora is like stepping into the past, where India\u2019s rich history comes alive.\r\n\r\nThe Ellora Caves are divided into three main groups - Buddhist, Hindu and Jain caves. The Buddhist caves (1 to 12) were built between the 5th and 7th centuries and have beautiful carvings and paintings showing Buddha's life. The Hindu caves (13 to 29), built between the 6th and 8th centuries, include stunning temples dedicated to various gods, with the Kailash Temple being the most famous. The Jain caves (30 to 34), built in the 9th and 10th centuries, have amazing sculptures that represent Jain traditions. They are a great example of India\u2019s cultural and religious heritage.\r\n\r\nEllora Caves are not just about history and religion, they are a masterpiece of ancient rock cut architecture. The caves, skillfully made from solid rock, showcase the incredible talent of ancient craftsmen. The Kailash Temple is an impressive place. It\u2019s shaped like Mount Kailash, Lord Shiva\u2019s holy home, and it is one of the biggest rock-cut temples on Earth. 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