Ellora caves
in Aurangabad is the must-visit place to explore the ancient architect marvel.
The 34 caves are exquisite rock-cut wonders from the basaltic volcanic rocks.
Each cave has its significance and importance allured with marvelous
sculptures, majestic temples, and the immense statues. In Maharashtra, Ellora
caves is a defined place to see the ancient architect’s skills.
Deccan
Odyssey a prior luxury train of India is the best option to reach Ellora caves
by enjoying the wellness and royalty of the Deccan Odyssey. Many itinerary
packages of Deccan Odyssey was routed to Ellora caves to explore the ancient
time’s wonders. However, journey through Deccan Odyssey is a wonderful
experience with all equipment and amenities.
Brief History
of Ellora Caves:
The rulers of
Chalukya, Rashtrakuta, and Kalachuri dynasties are the makers of Ellora caves
in between the 6th and 10th centuries. Construction of
these caves was happened at when the Buddhism is declining and Hinduism is
restoring in India. During the Brahmanical movement, most of the construction
of Ellora caves was completed and some other caves were added later in the 10th
century. Finally, in the year 1983, it was recognized as the UNESCO World
Heritage Site.
What to see
in Ellora Caves:
What made
Ellora caves to attract everyone means its beautiful and exquisite
architectural skills. The 34 caves resided with different temples, sculptures,
intricate designing work, statues, etc. Every part of the Ellora caves exhibits
architectural significance of bygone era.
Among the 34
caves, 17 Hindu caves, 12 Buddhist caves, and 5 Jain caves. The 34 caves were
like home for the feast of arts and crafts with exquisite sculptures,
structures, statues, etc. The major tourist attractions of Ellora caves are
Kailasha temple, cave 10, cave 30, cave 33, cave 32, cave 1, cave 2, and cave
15.
Kailasa
Temple: Kailasa Temple is the major attraction of Ellora caves resided in cave
16. This temple is famous all over the country as one of India’s greatest
monuments and it was built by King Krishna to represent the Mount Kailasa Lord
Shiva’s abode. Kailasa temple is the must-visit temple in Ellora to see the
detailed carvings of scenes belongs to Ramayana and Mahabharata, the 10 avatars
of Lord Vishnu, imposing monolithic pillars etc. The grandeur architectural
styles of Kailasa temple draws everyone attention.
Cave 10: Among
Buddhist caves, Cave 10 is the most important and finest one to be visited. The
cave 10 called as “Viswakarma Cave” means Carpenter’s cave which is a wonderful
cave with beautiful ceiling work. This cave’s attraction is its intricate
ceiling work with wooden looks very admiring and attractive. And the statue of
15-feet Buddha in preaching structure is other important attraction of this
cave.
Cave 30: Cave 30 is
famous for Chotta Kailasa means another temple tried to built like Kailasa
temple. The Chotta Kailasa is also a good one to visit in Jain caves.
Cave 32: Cave 32 is a
famous and very important cave among the 5 Jain caves. It is known for Indra
Sabha a finest Jain temple with ornate and decorate attractions and the images
of Mahavira the last Tirthankar, and some other Jain Tirthankars. Cave 32 is
the best cave to be visited among Jain caves.
Cave 33: Cave 33 is
similar to the Cave 32 with the Jagannath Sabha. The importance and attraction
of the cave 33 are some important and preserved sculptures related to Jainism.
And the caves
1, 2, and 15 are the other important caves for some major attractions. However,
everything in Ellora caves represents the brilliance and hard work of our
ancient architects.
If you want to visit to this place then you can find and book this trip through Mumbai tour packages either you can also opt for one other option that is known for the luxurious jouney of the Deccan odyssey train.
