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Elephanta Caves is a must-see location for history aficionados and archaeology enthusiasts who want to observe authentic excavations relevant to India's past histories. The trip will take a boat from the Gateway of India to the island where the Elephanta Caves are located. Elephanta Caves is a historically significant attraction and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is located in Mumbai Harbour. The many rock cut caves and temples date back to the seventh century A.D. For historians, the caves are a must-see since they are the genuine origins of South Indian Badami and Chalukya architecture. The guide will explain every element and its history, as well as the meaning of the exquisite caverns and architecture. Journey time: 4 to 5 hours. Pickup and drop-off services are provided.
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Highlights
- The Elephanta Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage site that may be reached via the Gateway of India.
- Read about Elephanta's seven cave excavations, which are all cut from solid basalt rock.
- Explore the temples dedicated to the Hindu Deity Shiva, which include numerous beautiful sculptures.
- A wonderful trip to the caverns, learning about their many characteristics and the stories behind them.
- You will be accompanied on your trip by an English-speaking guide.
What to Expect
- Best time, morning
- Bring own water bottle
- Lot of monkey business
- Statue of Shiva in his three faced form.
- Short train ride
- Symmetry of Indian rock cut architecture, shrines and courtyard and stupa hills of cave 6 and 7
Fine Prints
- •Open Tuesday through Sunday from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM