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Built during 600 to 1000 CE, Ellora Caves lie in the Sahyadri hills in Aurangabad and is a 2-hour drive from the Ajanta Caves. The Ellora Caves comprise Hindu, Buddhist and Jain temples and over a 100 caves with only 34 open to the public excavated from the basalt cliffs in the Charanandari hills. Ellora Caves served as lodgings to the travelling Buddhist and Jain monks besides being a site for the trade route. There are 17 Hindu caves, 12 Buddhist and five Jain caves with deities, carvings and even monasteries depicting the mythology of each religion.

Ellora Caves

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Learn about the local history of Ellora with a stop at Ellora Caves. Take in the live music and mountain views in the area.

Ellora Caves

Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple

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After visiting Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ellora. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple