ELLORA CAVES
- Ellora Caves is located at Verul village in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar ( Aurangabad) Maharashtra
About
‘Ellora cave’s’ is a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE (locally known as Verul Leni) located in Verul village & approximately 30km from Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (Old Aurangabad) & 1km away from Shri Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga. It is a rock-cut cave and temple established in the 6th & 10th centuries CE, and has Hindu, Buddhist & Jain Architecture. There are around 100 caves, but 34 major caves (12 Buddhist caves, 17 Brahmanical caves and 5 Jain caves) are open to local people and tourists. It shows the variety of religious respect for Lord Shiva at the famous Kailash temple from ancient times. It is a highly rated site with a rating of 4.6 – 4.8 and 54,000+ reviews.
Map
Address
Verul village in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar ( Aurangabad) Maharashtra.
Entry Ticket Fees
- Indian Citizens: ₹40 per person
Foreign Tourists: ₹600 per person
Timing
Open daily from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM ( Closed very Tuesday)
FAQ
How to reach Ellora caves?
- You can take a taxi, auto-rickshaw or bus to Verul village from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar ( Aurangabad) to reach Ellora caves, or you can also go in your own vehicle via road.
How far is Ellora Caves from Aurangabad Railway station & Airport?
- 29 KM from Railway station & 35 KM away from Aurangabad Airport.
Is there an entry fee to visit Ellora Caves?
- Yes, charges are applicable
Can I take Photos & videos inside the Ellora caves?
- Yes, Photography & Videography allowed by Phone, Camera with some restrictions ( Flash photography is prohibited inside the caves)
- Drones: The use of drone is strictly prohibited.
How much time is needed to explore it?
- At least to 3 to 4 hours to explore the caves.
What's the best time to visit Ellora Caves?
- October to March, when the weather is pleasant and cool. Avoid peak summer (April–June) due to high temperature.
