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Book your tickets online for Elephanta Caves, Mumbai: See 2,008 reviews, articles, and 3,862 photos of Elephanta Caves, ranked No.40 on Tripadvisor among 556 attractions in Mumbai.
Nov 12, 2019 · This complete guide to the Elephanta Caves will help you plan your trip there. The caves are located about 6 miles (10 kilometers) east of Mumbai, on the island of Gharapuri. It's better known as Elephanta Island, which gives rise to the name of the caves.
Had been to this ancient rock cut caves near Mumbai a long back ago. It is located at Elephanta Island. These caves are designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is famous for the rock cut sculpture of the Trimurti. There are 5 rock cut caves on the western hill that are visited by tourists.
From their elevated perch, visitors are treated to breathtaking views of Mumbai's skyline - an impressive mix of ancient tranquillity and contemporary bustle. Exploring the Elephanta Caves is more than a visit to admire art and architecture; it's an adventure into India's rich cultural history.
Welcome to Elephanta Caves, tucked away in a desolate island locally called Gharapuri (city of caves) 10 kilometres east of the Gateway of India. Through the 19th and 20th Centuries, historians and scholars have been in two minds about their exact period of origin.
May 9, 2014 · Located off the coast of Mumbai, the Elephanta Caves on Elephanta Island (also known as the Island of Gharapuri) are thought to date as far back as the 5th to 8th centuries, although their origins ...
Elephanta Caves are a group of historic caves located in the Elephanta Island of Mumbai. This island is famous for its collection of ancient Hindu temples, sculptures, carvings and much more. Elephanta Island is called Gharapuri, which means the City of Caves. This island is located around 10 km away from Mainland India.
