The Ellora Caves are a series of rock-carved temples and monasteries in the city of Aurangabad in the Indian state of Maharashtra.

The caves were built between the 6th and 10th centuries by followers of all three major religions - Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism.

The caves consist of more than 100 structures carved into the rock and are divided into three main groups: the Hindu caves, the Buddhist caves and the Jain caves.

Hindu caves: These caves are temples and monasteries dedicated to Hindu gods and goddesses. The most famous Hindu cave is the Kailasa Temple.

This temple was built as a replica of Mount Kailasa and is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.

The Kailasa Temple is one of the most impressive structures in the Ellora Caves. The temple has a height of 34 metres and a width of 56 metres. Carved out of a single piece of rock, it is one of the most important examples of Hindu art and architecture.

Buddhist Caves: These caves are temples and monasteries filled with statues and paintings depicting the life and teachings of Buddha.

The most famous Buddhist cave is the Chaitya Hall.

Chaitya Hall is a Buddhist temple with over 1,000 statues. The temple is surrounded by a stupa and a colonnade. The walls of the temple are decorated with statues and paintings depicting the life and teachings of the Buddha.

Jain Caves: These caves are temples and monasteries filled with statues and paintings depicting the life and teachings of Mahavira, the founder of Jainism. The most famous Jain cave is the Parshvanath Temple.

The Parshvanath Temple is a temple dedicated to Parshvanath, the seventh Tirthankara of Jainism. The temple is surrounded by a stupa and a portico. The walls of the temple are decorated with sculptures and paintings depicting the life and teachings of Mahavira.

The Ellora Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of India's most popular tourist attractions. The caves are an outstanding artistic and architectural achievement, reflecting the rich history and culture of Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism.