Caves in Maharashtra

Maharashtra Caves

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Ajanta Caves, Aurangabad Land, Heritage

Famous for: Its crucial distinct design and wonderful view


The Ajanta Caves are the must see attraction for the tourists in Aurangabad but it is located at 106 km away from Aurangabad. “Chaitya Grihas” and “Viharas” are the two m...

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Ellora Caves, Aurangabad Land, Pilgrim

Famous for: Its wonderful structure and also for Kailash temple in its hub


The Ellora Caves are not only subject of discussion only in India but it is a part of world-heritage. Located at only 30 km from Aurangabad, the thirty-four Ellora caves are so beautiful and ast...

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Bhaja Caves, Lonavala Land

Famous for: An array of eighteen rock cut caves


Built in 200 AD, the Bhaja Caves are also one of the wonderful sites in Lonavala. These landmarks are also devoted to Buddhist and were constructed by the Buddhist nuns. These majestic caves are...

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Elephanta Caves, Mumbai Land, Nature

Famous for: Sculpture and artistic values


Located on the elephant island and 10 kilometres far from Mumbai, these caves are on the east of the city.  Elephant caves consist of two caves which date back between 5th and 8<...

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Pandav Leni Caves, Nashik Land, Nature

Famous for: Rock cut caves dated back to 200 years


Dated back to about 200 years ago, these rock cut caves were built by the Jain Kings between 1st century BC and 2nd century AD. These caves form a cluster of 24 Hinnayana Buddhist cav...

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Karla And Bhaja Caves, Khandala Land, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Buddhist rock cut caves


These caves are one of the greatest attractions in Khandala which are dated back to the 2nd century BC. The caves showcase the exquisite example to Buddhist rock- cut temple architect...

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Rajpuri Caves, Panchgani Land, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Ancient mythological caves


Rajpuri Caves are ancient caves in Panchgani hold a religious significance for the people as it is said that this was the spot where Lord Kartikeya performed his religious rituals and penance. T...

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Artillery Centre, Nashik Land

Famous for: The training center for the military officers


Situated behind the Pandav Caves, it is the biggest Artillery Centre of Asia. Before the Independence, this centre was in Pakistan and in 1947; it got shifted from there to Nashik and is under m...

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Lohagarh Fort, Khandala Land, Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Ancient fort situated on the Sahyadri hill ranges


Literally means Iron Fort; this fort is a popular tourist’s destination near Khandala. Elevated a height of 1052 meters, the fort is situated on the Sahyadri hill ranges and is associated ...

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Shreevardhan Fort, Rajmachi Land, Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Ancient fort and Buddhist caves


Shreevardhan Fort is an ancient fort located about 130 km west of Pune lies to the east region of Rajmachi town. The fort is built in a beautiful Maratha style of architecture with an entrance i...

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Aurangabad Caves, Aurangabad Land

Famous for: Group of ten caves and adorable Buddha images


Aurangabad Caves are a cluster of ten caves and they are divided into two different sections as per their locations. Like 1-5 caves are placed under the Western Group caves and then, 6-10 caves ...

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Karla Caves, Lonavala Land, Pilgrim

Famous for: Being largest cave temple in whole country


Lying in Lonavala, the Karla caves are designated as the largest cave temple in the entire country. Buddhist nuns are the great founders of these caves and they built these historical sites arou...

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Pataleshwar Cave, Pune Land, Nature

Famous for: Stunning picturesque and lush greenary


The temple dates back to the 8th century and is a historical temple in the middle of Jangli Maharaj Road in Shivaji Nagar. Pataleshwar Cave Temple, a rock cut shrine is made out of a single hard...