The Ellora Caves are a complex of ancient rock-cut temples located near the city of Aurangabad in the Indian state of Maharashtra. The site is renowned for its impressive architecture and intricate carvings, which date back to the 6th to 10th centuries CE. History The Ellora Caves were created over a period of several centuries by various religious communities, including Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains. The earliest caves were built in the 6th century CE by Buddhist monks, while the later caves were constructed by Hindu and Jain kings during the…