Elephanta Caves Entry Ticket Highlights
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Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site portraying beautiful rock-cut architecture
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Witness an amazing view of the Mumbai skyline from the Elephanta island
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Learn about the rich cultural & occupational past that existed in the 2nd century BC
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Save time and avoid the hassles of waiting in long queues to get your entry tickets
Elephanta Caves Entry Ticket Overview
Location: Gharapuri, Maharashtra
Opening Timings: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
About the Monument:
Visit the beautiful Elephanta Caves, located in Western India on Elephanta Island. The caves are portrayed through two hillocks, separated by a narrow valley. Spot numerous ancient archaeological remains and learn about the rich cultural past, dating back to the 2nd century BC. Get amazed to witness the most magnificent achievement in the history of rock architecture in western India.
- Witness the beauty of Elephanta Island & Sea of Oman when you take a ferry ride (on your own) to reach the location.
- Observe the 7-metre-high masterpiece “Sadashiva” based at the entrance to Cave 1.
- Get amazed to see 'Trimurti' and other sculptures in an aesthetic setting that showcased unique artistic creation.
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site portraying rock-cut art and architecture from the times of medieval India.
- Explore the complex of the Elephanta Caves, built on an area of 60,000 square feet.
How to Reach:
You can catch a local train to Churchgate or CST station, from where there you can walk to the Gateway of India and later hire a ferry to reach the Elephanta Caves.
- Nearest Bus: The Mumbai Central bus stop is the nearest bus stop, based at a distance of 6 km away from the Gateway of India.
- Nearest Rail: Churchgate Railway station in the nearest station to Gateway of India, based at a distance of 2 kms.
Note:
- All the participants, irrespective of age group, are considered adults.
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Know Before You Go for Elephanta Caves Entry Ticket
- Any breakage or damage of any items will be charged at actuals.
- Please adhere to the timings.
- The package cannot be split.
- Maintain social distancing in public places.
- Masks is mandatory in all public areas; please carry your own.
- Any personal expenses or items of personal nature will not be included in the package.
- Entry Fee is not refundable.
- Visitors shall be required to show photo identity proof in original at the entry to the monument.
- Visitors are required to share valid identity proof (Passport, Voter's ID Card, Student ID Card, PAN card) post booking for booking confirmation voucher.
- Recommended to carry a copy of your vaccination certificate and follow safety protocols as mandated by local administration.