Historical Sights and Heritage

Elephanta Caves (UNESCO World Heritage Site) – Mumbai’s Ancient Hindu Cave Temples

 Location: Elephanta Island, Mumbai
 Best For: Ancient Hindu Temples, Architecture, Island Exploration

✅ Rock-cut temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, dating back to the 5th–7th century CE.
✅ Located on an island, accessible by ferry from Gateway of India.
✅ Famous for the "Trimurti" – A 6-meter-tall sculpture of Lord Shiva.

 Top Attractions:
✔️ Cave No. 1 – The grandest cave with intricate sculptures of Shiva.
✔️ Trimurti Sculpture – A three-faced depiction of Shiva as Creator, Preserver & Destroyer.
✔️ Cannon Hill – A small trek leading to old Portuguese cannons.

 Best Time to Visit: November – February.

 How to Reach: Ferry from Gateway of India (Mumbai) – ₹200–₹300 per person.