The Asian country, India, is one of the countries in the world that possesses interesting history, architecture, and culture that are not only unique but also bewildering. The Ellora Caves are also one of those places whose blocks of ruins transport visitors back in history hundreds of years ago. There are around 34 Hindu, Jain and Buddhist temples in Ellora and it has been marked as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The location of the Ellora Caves is quite dramatic and the carved sculptures are more beautiful and better preserved. The tour to Ellora caves takes about a full day so please plan accordingly while taking the cheap flights to India and organizing the tour.

The Ellora temples were carved around the Charanandri Hills for five hundred years, from the 6th to the 10th century AD The Caves are numbered 1 to 34, and are classified according to time and religion. 1 to 12 are Buddhist caves, the oldest, and built between 500 and 750 AD 13 to 29 are built as Hindu temples, from 600 to 870 AD Shortly after this period, the leaders changed from Hinduism to Jainism, and the last 30-34 Jain caves were built between 800-1000 AD Take flights to India now and explore such a brilliant piece of history.

Gathered around the famous Kailash Temple, all the Hindu temples were recorded descending from the surface above the caves. Compared to the quiet and more severe Buddhist caves, Hindu temples are encased in lively, almost cheerful carvings typical of Hindu temples. You’ll see lavishly carved friezes depicting gods, goddesses, common people, and intricate floral and geometric designs. Lots of eager and adventurous travelers book cheap flights to India to discover the masterpiece of ancient architecture.

All Buddhist caves except number 10 are places of worship. They were places for thought and study, as well as for eating and sleeping. Some have a shelter and frugal cells or living rooms. Cave 5 is also called the Maharwada Cave as it was used as a sanctuary by the Mahar tribes locals during the monsoon season.

The closest city to the Ellora Caves is Aurangabad, where there is also an airport. While booking the flights to India, you can also book the guided tours of the Ellora caves. Unless you’re a seasoned traveler, it’s a good idea to pre-book a vacation package that includes touring these sites.