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Elephanta Caves
(Now Closed)Historic and Protected Site and Other Great Outdoors
Mumbai
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Bijan YoungJanuary 30, 2015Take the mini train to the caves once stocked up with water. Grab one of the cooked maize as you get to the caves. Once off the train there are a number of steps so make sure any elders can beforehand
Jesse HouwingNovember 2, 2014Buy your ticket in front of gateway to India, directly from the ticket booth. Once on the island you don't need a map. A guidebook can helpful if you want to learn about the different depictions.
Appy SharmaOctober 26, 2013I really don't care about the caves but all I wanted to see is the sunset from the island. It's was like Mumbai city is swallowing the sun. Anyways! Beware of Monkeys ;)
HISTORY TV18January 23, 2013The Elephanta Caves are a network of sculpted caves located on Elephanta Island, or Gharapuri (literally "the city of caves") in Mumbai Harbour, 10 km. to the east of the city of Mumbai.
Gato MongeJuly 18, 2013ELEPHANTA CAVES - World Heritage UNESCO 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. Read more
Valon TuojaMarch 7, 2015A mystical place which has the spirits speaking to you through the ages. Certainly one of the most interesting places I have visited.- Bijan YoungJanuary 30, 2015Cave 1 is the most impressive. But the other caves are good to see and enjoy the history.
- HISTORY TV18February 11, 2013It is a temple complex of caves which is the abode of Shiva, depicted in widely celebrated carvings which reveal his several forms and acts. The complex covers an area of 60,000 square feet.
Vivek VenkatramMarch 20, 2012The Elephanta caves date back to 9th-12th centuries, the period of the Silhara kings. This site has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage and are a must on all tourist itineraries.
David John SimpsonFebruary 18, 2014Government guides leave between 1030-1430. Ask staff at entrance where you pay your toll of 250rs. They are free and have good English!
Sean MascarenhasApril 4, 2015Been here twice....would still go a 3rd time......don't pay for the guide books....just look it up.
Sunita HerediaAugust 22, 2013The Monkeys are wild & dangerous. Dont remove snacks in front of them . Dont even think of clicking their photographs. They sit in clusters & will attack if you tease or interact with them.
Alex SabadosMarch 13, 2012Ignore the train. It sits there while you reach the entrance to the park. Also, get ready for a hike up some steps.
Ganesh NakhawaOctober 8, 2011Historical place ......attraction beautiful caves .............foreigner do visit this place..........disadvantage - electricity for few hours
Wotabout City Discovery AppApril 10, 2013Elephanta owes its name to a gigantic stone elephant at site seen by Portuguese sailors which was later carved into pieces. Read more
GuttuGOctober 15, 2011Don't forget to visit the Canon hills. There are two huge Canon's about 10-15 mins walk from entrance.
Raji Nair HegdeMarch 1, 2011My colleagues from Austria were impressed with the Ancient Architecture. A must take for the tourist.- GuttuGOctober 15, 2011Raj Mahal Restaurant provides tasty veg food. Fried rice and Veg Thali are recommended.
- GuttuGOctober 15, 2011Avoid walking and take the toy train at the Jetty. It is more than 1km from Jetty to the entrance of caves.
Andrey BezotechestvoMarch 29, 2013Boring place with few caves and a lot of people.You better go to Kanheri Caves in Gandhi National Park!
Suhas MandrawadkarSeptember 4, 2011MDTC Restaurant !! Nothing like boozing there and enjoying the sea breeze :)
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