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Start with the Kailasa temple

Kailasa Temple (Cave 16), Ellora Caves, Maharashtra

Ellora's caves stretch along a long escarpment, and the Kailasa temple is the one everyone comes for. By late morning it's crowded and hot in the courtyard.

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See Kailasa first thing, then walk to the outer caves.

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