D'source Design Gallery on Aurangabad Caves 3

Design Gallery

Aurangabad Caves 3

A blend of Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain influences

Pithalkhora caves.
Aurangabad caves information board.
Facade of Cave 2, a Buddhist Chaitya or shrine hall.
Cave number 10.
Cave no. 1 is unfinished and was probably originally meant to be a large Vihara or residential complex.
A figure of Buddha inside and inner sanctum of the caves.
Bodhisattva.
Astamahabhaya Avalokitesvara, Aurangabad Cave 7.
Colossal Buddha statue.
Unfinished Cave.
Abortive place at Aurangabad caves.
Cave 1 west end.

Pithalkhora caves.	Aurangabad caves information board.	Facade of Cave 2, a Buddhist Chaitya or shrine hall.	Cave number 10.	Cave no. 1 is unfinished and was probably originally meant to be a large Vihara or residential complex.	A figure of Buddha inside and inner sanctum of the caves.
Bodhisattva.	Astamahabhaya Avalokitesvara, Aurangabad Cave 7.	Colossal Buddha statue.	Unfinished Cave.	Abortive place at Aurangabad caves.	Cave 1 west end.

The Aurangabad Verul Caves, also known as the Ellora Caves, are a remarkable complex of rock-cut caves located near Aurangabad in Maharashtra, India. These caves are famous for their stunning architecture and intricate sculptures, showcasing a blend of Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain influences.

There are 34 caves in total, dating from the 5th to 10th centuries CE. The pillars are richly carved with foliage, Mithunas and also Jataka tales. Caves 1 to 12 are primarily Buddhist, with notable examples like the Chaitya Hall (Cave 10) featuring a large stupa. Caves 13 to 29 display Hindu themes, with the impressive Kailasa Temple (Cave 16), which is a monolithic structure carved from a single rock. Caves 30 to 34 are Jain, featuring intricate carvings and altars.

The caves feature exquisite sculptures, frescoes, and carvings that reflect the artistic mastery of the time. Themes often depict religious narratives, daily life, and nature.