Kailasa Temple
Location: Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
The temple was built during the 8th century by King Krishna I of the Rashtrakuta dynasty. It is believed that thousands of artisans worked for many years to carve the temple from top to bottom out of a single rock. The temple symbolizes Mount Kailash, the heavenly abode of Lord Shiva.
Temple Details
Basic Information
Temple Name
Kailasa Temple
Location
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
District
Aurangabad
State
Maharashtra
Architecture
The Kailasa Temple is an extraordinary example of rock-cut Dravidian architecture carved from a single massive rock. The temple features detailed sculptures, pillars, halls, and mythological carvings depicting scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata.
Temple Gallery
Full Address
Kailasa Temple, Ellora Caves, Verul, Maharashtra – 431102, India
Temple Description
Kailasa Temple is one of the most remarkable ancient Hindu temples in India dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ellora Caves and is considered one of the largest monolithic rock-cut temples in the world.