Aurangabad Caves
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Julia P
11 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
These caves are a lot smaller than Ellora and Ajanta but nevertheless worth a visit. Not only the great artistry but also the beautiful landscape and quiet atmosphere (only in the morning) were appealing. As it is located a little outside of Aurangabad you'll need to get ride. Therefore I'd recommend Ifran Shaikh and his nice little Riksha who gave us a safe and comfortable ride not only to the caves but to sights in Aurangabad as well (+919970928246)
Written 18 December 2023
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Banerjee Debjyoti
Pune, India247 contributions
July 2022
Must visit Ajanta Caves if going to Aurangabad, 115 km from city center and takes 2.5 hours one way. Opens at 9.00 am and closes at 6.00 pm. They have internal bus services for traveler transfer to Cave premises from Parking area. Visit Cave 2,3,4,9,10 and 11 to have a look of the magnificent wall and celling paintings by Buddhist. Paid Guide service available. Toilet, changing room and food court also available.
Written 31 July 2022
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Debashis T
Dehradun, India2,297 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
The Aurangabad caves are the most difficult caves among the caves at Ajanta and Ellora. You have to climb a stiff staircase to first reach the ticket counter. Though there is a road also leading to the same place, we were unable to find the starting point of the road. There are two separate sites. So keep your ticket with you till the end. Carry enough water with you. There is also a cooler near the ticket counter. The ticket price is Rs. 25 per person. As the two sites are 1 km apart, we visited only one side. The caves are above the ticket counter, and you need stamina to climb the hill to see all of them. It is on the outskirts of the city, and not many visitors are found here.
Written 27 November 2023
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atuldeolankar
Aurangabad, India148 contributions
Dec 2014 • Family
a really calm place to go early mornings of evenings, green surroundings make it refreshing ,though the caves r not v gud as compared to ellora but the walk up the staris in the beautifull surroundings is worth it. a small water fall in front of cave worth enjoying only when it is raining.
Written 10 March 2015
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Amit_Rana60
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June 2017 • Family
Hi, I visited Aurangabad, Shirdi, Shani shignapur, mahabaleshwar, Bhimashankar and pune in month of june, trip was for one week and around 1200 Km to cover sai samadhi, shani temple, 3 jyotirlings, ellora and some site scenes. I have taken Tavera taxi for 7 people from Mr M.D Hussain, I got quotation from at least 3 other vendors, but Mr Hussain provided me around 20% cheaper rate than next best alternative, Taxi was very good, driven was polite, aware of all places and always ready, even taxi run around 60 Km more than my planned trip but he did not ask extra payment for it and also he didn't count the money that I have given to him. Mr Hussain is a good person by heart and nature. Hussain alternately called me to check all things going good. His contact no is +918855835494, +919923616671.
If you ale planning for any trip to Aurangabad then my advise is to try Mr. Hussain service for travelling around Aurangabad.
If you ale planning for any trip to Aurangabad then my advise is to try Mr. Hussain service for travelling around Aurangabad.
Written 17 August 2017
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Jarko2015
Amsterdam, The Netherlands1,731 contributions
Aug 2015 • Solo
If you're coming to Aurangabad to visit Ellora or Ajanta and you're spending any time at all in Aurangabad, then it's well worth taking time out to see their own caves. Don't expect anything nearly as impressive as the Elloran or Ajantan sites and by setting your expectations way lower, you won't be disappointed.
I walked to the caves from Bibi-Qa Maqbara, which took me about 30 minutes along fairly non descript country lanes. Since it wasn't all that hot, it seemed like a nice stroll. However, if you do decide to walk here, be prepared that upon arriving at the cave complex, you will have to climb a massive and steep stairway. Half way up is the ticket office, where you need to hand over your Rs100. Giving change is not something the ticket officer is prepared for, so it's best to make sure you have the right cash. There are a number of vehicles parked around the ticket office, so if you want to avoid the first part of the climb, I imagine you can find a way to drive up.
The rest of the climb can only be done on foot, so if you have any challenges, this is not a place you can visit. At the very summit, you'll find 3-5 different caves, two of which require the removal of your shoes to enter and do have some interesting carving. The largest temple at the very summit is the least interesting. There's no lighting at all, so pictures are hard to take unless you have a professional quality camera, but there's no camera fee or restriction and flash is allowed.
The climb back down is much easier :) A note is that from all that I could determine, there are no toilet facilities anywhere close by.
Definitely one of the top things to see in the area, but if Aurangabad is simply you're entry and exit point for Ajanta/Ellora, don't worry about missing these caves.
I walked to the caves from Bibi-Qa Maqbara, which took me about 30 minutes along fairly non descript country lanes. Since it wasn't all that hot, it seemed like a nice stroll. However, if you do decide to walk here, be prepared that upon arriving at the cave complex, you will have to climb a massive and steep stairway. Half way up is the ticket office, where you need to hand over your Rs100. Giving change is not something the ticket officer is prepared for, so it's best to make sure you have the right cash. There are a number of vehicles parked around the ticket office, so if you want to avoid the first part of the climb, I imagine you can find a way to drive up.
The rest of the climb can only be done on foot, so if you have any challenges, this is not a place you can visit. At the very summit, you'll find 3-5 different caves, two of which require the removal of your shoes to enter and do have some interesting carving. The largest temple at the very summit is the least interesting. There's no lighting at all, so pictures are hard to take unless you have a professional quality camera, but there's no camera fee or restriction and flash is allowed.
The climb back down is much easier :) A note is that from all that I could determine, there are no toilet facilities anywhere close by.
Definitely one of the top things to see in the area, but if Aurangabad is simply you're entry and exit point for Ajanta/Ellora, don't worry about missing these caves.
Written 28 August 2015
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sankar c
Kolkata (Calcutta), India395 contributions
Nov 2014 • Couples
These caves are located just 1 km behind Bibi Ka Maqbura and can be visited within 2 hours.There are three clusters of caves separated by some considerable distance. These Buddhist shrines with beautiful statues of Lord Buddha are believed to be built in 6th-7th century These caves have been cut out from solid rocks and was once painted faint traces of which are seen at places.The importance of these caves have been over shadowed by more famous caves of Ajanta and Ellora. These caves are nestled in calm and quiet hills and tranquility prevails there though one has to climb a good number of stone stairs to reach the caves. there is an entrance fee of Rs 5 but influx of tourists is very low . When we visited,. there were hardly 5-10 tourists visiting the place There is no guide or security personnel, so the place seems very desolate.but very scenic and you get a very good birds eye view of Aurangabad including Bibi Ka Maqbura.
Written 31 March 2015
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hemalekha
Pune, India23 contributions
Mar 2015 • Couples
This was first place , when we visited the caves. Gud that they maintained the timings till 5:30 PM.
Entire caves area was neat and clean. Thanks to Archeology dept for preserving the caves.
The view of Bibi ka maqbara from Aurangabad caves is awesome. It s must visit place after rainy season.
Entire caves area was neat and clean. Thanks to Archeology dept for preserving the caves.
The view of Bibi ka maqbara from Aurangabad caves is awesome. It s must visit place after rainy season.
Written 16 March 2015
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SathishTG
Coimbatore, India317 contributions
Nov 2014 • Family
If you have visited the Ellora caves you can very well skip the Aurangabad caves. The caves are divided in 2 section and with 1 km distance between them. Both the clusters are in the hill top and gotta climb around 100+ steps to get to the caves. The view of the Aurangabad city and the Babi Ka Maqbara (Replica of Taj Mahal) is a site to adore.
Written 13 March 2015
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Qw1
Bengaluru, India155 contributions
Feb 2015 • Solo
So you may already be 'caved out' after visiting Ajanta and Ellora. But I suggest you consider also visiting this small set of caves just 10 mins outside Aurangabad - on a new day.
Arranged in two small groups 1km apart the small intimate caves are different to their famous brethren - in the sense that the chamber has been excavated all around the seated Buddhas, so pilgrims can circulate around clockwise around and behind the statue.
Deep, intricate carvings, and some traces of the original pigments remain in a few isolated places.
I thought I was tired of caves after the 2 day Ajanta + Ellora spectacle, but then coming to these cases on a new day (doubled up with visiting the 'mini Taj' Bibi Ka Maqbara nearby) was exhilarating - because the site was so quiet and the view over Aurangabad pleasant.
Arranged in two small groups 1km apart the small intimate caves are different to their famous brethren - in the sense that the chamber has been excavated all around the seated Buddhas, so pilgrims can circulate around clockwise around and behind the statue.
Deep, intricate carvings, and some traces of the original pigments remain in a few isolated places.
I thought I was tired of caves after the 2 day Ajanta + Ellora spectacle, but then coming to these cases on a new day (doubled up with visiting the 'mini Taj' Bibi Ka Maqbara nearby) was exhilarating - because the site was so quiet and the view over Aurangabad pleasant.
Written 25 February 2015
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Wander44575925913
Kolkata (Calcutta), India
I have osteoarthritis।will I be able to walk in ellora caves?
Written 15 July 2023
If can do normal walking you can visit .From cave number _1 to 32 it will take 2- 3 hours . InYou can take rest and walk again. From the entrance it takes 7 minutes to reach upto cave number 16 wjere Temple Kailasa is located .You can very well visit this .
Written 17 July 2023
Ajanta caves are closed on Mondays, Ellora caves are closed on Tuesdays
Written 22 November 2019
I am 73 years old. I walk for 50 minutes every day. How difficult it is to climb 350 odd steps. Is there any other mode of going up besides walking
Written 20 December 2018
If you can walk 50 minutes a day and have no knee pains, you should be able to do it. The steps at Aurangabad caves are steep, it will not be a cakewalk but very doable. If you own a hiking stick, do take it along. Gives good support especially for the journey down. Climb at your own pace taking breaks frequently.
Written 20 December 2018
Hi - we would like to visit Ajanta and Ellora caves in Feb 2018 . Will we need to walk a lot or climb steep stairs to access the caves ? Iam 58 and suffer from anaemia and breathlessness. My husband is 65 and has a minor heart condition.
Written 14 September 2018
Both Ajanta and Ellora caves you can visit instead of walking a lot you can cover cave no 16 @ Ellora which cover all the Hindu caves in one and beside that the Buddhist caves are there Jain caves are quite far but bus facility is there and at Ajanta caves you can hire a Doli with the help of Doli 02 man will carry on a sitting chair Doli towards the caves you can cover the main painting ca es there.
Written 16 September 2018
How much Auto / Taxi will charge to visit Aurangabad city sightseeing. including Aurangabad Caves, Khuldabad, Bibi ka maqbara, panni chakli etc. Or Can I avail any public transport?
Also please let me know if any rented two wheeler option available.
Thanks.
Written 13 June 2018
One day may not be enough to see all places.
I took auto
Day1: Daultabad, caves, jyotirlinga, hanuman temple, aurangzeb mazar
day 2 : bibi ka maqbara, pan chakki, buddhist & jain caves, soneri mahal , zoo
costs around 700 rs each day
Written 14 June 2018
Hi Chandra,
I saw your comment on Ajanta and Ellora tour. I intend to visit them in February, I am interested in doing the visit with a guide, have you a recommandation ?
Thanks, Guy
Written 30 December 2017
My husband and I visited Ellora and Ajanta caves in October 2017. The Ellora Caves are an hour and Ajanta are two hours away from Aurangabad by car. We had arranged car and guides before we left Australia with an excellent Tour company in Mumbai. Highly recommend you (google) contact Abbas at India Someday, the company is very well run and Abbas will go out of his way to deliver for you. Prices are very good and wont break the budget! Enjoy, you are in for a fabulous time.
Written 3 January 2018
I think u have traveled this circuit well. I shall go to see Ajanta, Ellora & other sights nearby, Shirdi & Mumbai. Can u tell me how to travel these & accommodations at these places.
Written 1 December 2017
please allocate a full day for Ajanta.
Accommodation in Ajanta is best at MTDC Fardapur (if you have your own vehicle) - Fardapur has a canteen of its own , Another MTDC which is nearer to the caves parking slot is Ajanta T junction , but lack of canteen facility might be a problem , however eating nearby wont be much of an issue. So for convenience choose T-junction.Bookings can be made thru MTDC online booking. Make sure that you consider Monday close for Ajanta.
Ellora specially the Kailash temple (Kailashe Kelenkari) will charm you the most .Ellora is closed on Tuesdays(plz check it out). Other main sites Daulatabad fort , (trekking involved about 1000 steps)will rinse you out , we avoided(best photography post lunch) . plz attempt a silhouette session at the Biwi ka Maqbara and return to Hotel.
Best plan, from Kolkata choose Sai Express (weekly) to shirdi directly. Rest the night I would advice MTDC again , otherwise Hotel Saiesh , 100 mts within Sai baba's mandir. plz choose an early slot for darshan , you may register and book at online sai org in , do not attempt accommodation there , deposit your camera and mobiles at counters outside the mandir. On a normal day , darshan might take 3-4 hrs complete , including shopping. Move out by evening to Aurangabad . It is nothing wrong if you reach the T-junction Ajinta , by 8.00 pm. Rest for the night.
Next day attempt ajanta , rest the night at ajanta, Next day morning get off to Ellora - Ghirineshwar mandir- daulatabad - Miwi ka Maqbara - Aurangabad Hotel (Panchavati a cheap option).
Next day take Shivneri (Volvo AC) to Mumbai , else plan your train journey accordingly...
Happy Journey.....
If you are adventuring and like the monsoons then do not forget to visit between 15th August & Vishwakarma Puja...Greenery in Maharashtra with loads of "jharnas" is worth enjoying and you will experience a different canvas altogether.
Written 5 January 2018
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