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Elephanta Caves


Maharashtra State,
District Kolaba (Island of Elephanta)

Brief Description

The 'City of Caves', on an island in the Sea of Oman close to Bombay, contains a collection of rock art linked to the cult of Shiva. Here, Indian art has found one of its most perfect expressions, particularly the huge high reliefs in the main cave.

 

 

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