Ajanta And Ellora

Housing exquisite paintings, sculptures, and frescoes, Ajanta and Ellora are famous for its myriad caves with Buddhist, Jain and Hindu monuments. These are also key UNESCO World Heritage Sites!

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Things To See & Do

Ajanta Caves Near Ellora

Ajanta Caves Near Ellora

Beautiful Rock-Cut Caves
Tucked away 99 kms from Aurangabad, the Ajanta Caves are rock-cut Buddhist caves dating back to 2nd century BC and 650 CE.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Bibi-ka-Maqbara

Bibi-ka-Maqbara

Replica of Taj Mahal
Also known as the Dakkhani Taj, Bibi-ka-Maqbara is the beautiful mausoleum of Emperor Auranzeb’s wife, and is a replica of the famous Taj Mahal in Agra.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Ajanta Ellora Festival

Ajanta Ellora Festival

Arts and Dance Festival
The Ajanta Ellora Festival is a popular event that showcases classical music and dance performances. It aims to promote the Indian culture with the backdrop of the alluring cave structures.

More than 2 hours

Suggested Time

The Buddhist Caves of Ellora

The Buddhist Caves of Ellora

Buddhist Masterpieces
The Buddhist caves house shrines and paintings that belonged to Buddha. These are a group of 12 caves with beautiful temples and viharas (monasteries).

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Kailasa Temple at Ellora

Kailasa Temple at Ellora

Largest Rock-Cut Ancient Temple
Built by King Krishna I during the 8th century, The Kailasa Temple is one of 34 cave temples, collectively known as the Ellora Caves.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Ajanta And Ellora

Perfect winter destination

  • OCT-FEB

    Peak Season

  • JUN-SEP

    Moderate Season

  • MAR-MAY

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant weather throughout the day.
  • Things You'll Love:Sightseeing and hiking.

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