Elephanta Caves

Elephanta Caves
Elephanta Caves
India
Date inscribed: 1987| Inscribed criteria: (i)(iii)
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The 'City of Caves', on an island in the Sea of Oman close to Mumbai, contains a collection of rock art linked to the cult of Shiva. Here, Indian art has found one of its most perfect expressions, particularly the huge high reliefs in the main cave.

Source: NFUAJ