Located in the Indian state of Maharashtra, magnificent caves of Ellora is 34 patterns carved into the vertical slopes of the cliffs of Sarinande. Official site of world heritage UNESCO, the Ellora cave include 12 Buddhist, 17 Hindu and 5 Jain monasteries, built in the period between 6 and 10 centuries





They survived to our times, as a Testament to the religious harmony and peace that reigned during the period of Indian history. The Ellora cave - the most visited historical monument in the country and one of the most popular tourist attractions of India. Offer You to enjoy the incredible photographs of these places, as well as to learn more about each group of temples and monasteries
Buddhist monasteries Ellora
Buddhist caves (also called the caves of Vishwakarma) are the earliest of the caves of Ellora and date back to the period from 500 to 750 ad. Interestingly, caves become larger and more beautiful as progress on the North side. Scientists explain this increasing trend in competition with Hinduism, because already in the 600 year there was the first Hindu temple
Hindu caves of Ellora
Hindu monasteries Ellora are quite different from the Buddhist caves, both in terms of style and decoration. These caves were cut down, but the form was given to them in several stages. There are 17 caves carved in the period between 600 and 870 years. They occupy the Central part of the rock, grouped around the famous temple of Kaylasa. Unlike solemn and serene Buddhist caves, walls Hindu monasteries covered by living bas-reliefs depicting the events of their sacred Scriptures of Hinduism. They are all dedicated to Lord Shiva, but there are also image of Vishnu and its various reincarnations
Jain caves of Ellora
Caves Jaina - the youngest in the complex Ellora and date back to 800-900 years. They are located in 2 km North, where does asfaltirovana road. They reflect the distinctness of philosophy of Jainism and traditions, including strict asceticism together with a thoughtful decoration. These monasteries is not as big as Hindu and Buddhist, but only contain detailed works of art. Here are partially preserved amazing pictures, once entirely covered ceilings temples
Second on the popularity of the cave temples of India can be called Ajanta caves, which appeared in the 2nd century BC. This 29 exclusively Buddhist temples located in the same state of India and no less popular among tourists and travelers