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Ellora Caves

Ellora, Aurangabad, India
Ranked #1 of 23 attractions in Aurangabad
4.5 of 5 stars 138 Reviews
Type: Ancient Ruins, Tourist/ Visitor Centers, Caverns/ Caves
Description: Spectacular rock cut caves and elaborate sculptures of Hindu, Buddhist and Jain faiths are over 10 centuries old.
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Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW
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Do not skip Ellora caves if you are visiting Aurangabad. The caves are an experience of a life time. Really amazed by the great great work! More

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Pune, India
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

This is a nice place to visit for the early carvings. There are 34 caves in three sections consisting of buddhist, jain and hindu architecture, that were commissioned by different kings. Be sure to allot at least an afternoon to visit these caves. More

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New York City, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW
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A wonder of the world. varied temples and sculptures from 3 traditions. Extremely impressive and beautiful More

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Chennai (Madras), India
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

We took a decision to visit Ellora caves first -- one day earlier than we could do Ajanta. This was because the former ones are regarded as better-preserved, less tedious to go round and nearer to Aurangabad, the base city. Accordingly, on May 9, 2012, we engaged a non A/c taxi from our hotel in Aurangabad at 8:00 a.m. for... More

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Kiev, Ukraine
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012
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This is my favourite place in India. This place of pilgrimage for three religions (hinduism, buddhism and jainism) it's fine both as historical and as an architectural monument. Besides here you will meet all India as indian tourists from all states. The big pleasure too :) No problems with transport and it is possible to reach this place from Aurangabad... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012
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Ellora is a magnificent place to see. You need an entire day to walk around here. Take lots of bottled water and a packed lunch because there is no where to eat or buy refreshments really during the day while a person is exploring the temples. More

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Danbury, CT
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012
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Ellora caves are astonishingly carved into hillside rock in the middle of nowhere. The caves at Ellora are a mixture of Buddhist, Hindu and Jain.The most incredible thing about these caves is that they were crafted by hand, with only a hammer and chisel. The Ellora caves are renowned for their extraordinary architecture. You can get an excellent view and... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

I found the main Kailasa Temple(16) to be an incredible feat of human labour but was a bit disappointed with the other caves having seen Ajanta earlier in the day. My 2nd choice if one is only going to visit one site. More

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New York City, New York
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

If you are visiting India it is worth your while to make your way to Ellora. The fort and the caves are outstanding. More

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new york
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012
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Ellora is staggeringly beautiful- the carvings, caves, temples, sculpture- are one of the most astounding locations you could ever visit. It can be very hot, so bring enough water, and there's a lot of walking, so wear good shoes- but you will find it unforgettable! More

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