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| Ellora Caves |
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| City |
Aurangabad |
| State |
Maharashtra |
| Location |
West India |
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| Year of Construction |
2 600 to 1000 A.D |
| Constructed By |
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| Type of Construction |
Ancient |
| Type of Building |
Pilgrimage Center |
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| Dedicated To |
Gautam Buddha |
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| Religion |
Buddhism |
| Importance |
It illustrates the spirit of tolerance that was characteristic of ancient India. |
| Famous For |
34 monasteries and temples of which 12 are Buddhist, 17 Hindu and 5 Jain, extending over more than 2 km, were dug side by side in the wall of a high basalt cliff. |
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| Visit Timings |
Afternoon |
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| Entry Formalities |
For Indians above 15 years : Rs. 10/- per head, For Others above 15 years : US$ 5 or corresponding to Rs.250/- per head |
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| Nearby Cities |
Mumbai |
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