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Top Things to do in India
Things to do in India, India: The Best Caverns & Caves
India, officially the Republic of India (IAST: Bhārat Gaṇarājya), is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by area, the second-most populous country (with over 1.2 billion people), and the most populous democracy in the world. It is bounded by the Indian Ocean on the south, the Arabian Sea on the southwest, and the Bay of Bengal on the southeast. It shares land borders with Pakistan to the west; China, Nepal, and Bhutan to the northeast; and Myanmar and Bangladesh to the east. In the Indian Ocean, India is in the vicinity of Sri Lanka and the Maldives. India's Andaman and Nicobar Islands share a maritime border with Thailand and Indonesia.
Restaurants in India
1. Cave Paintings
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5.0 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By wenmona16 - Folsom, United States
I had the opportunity to have a tour with Kukki Jr. The tour was along with a traveling group that I was apart of. Kukki was great. Along the way to the cave paintings, Kukki showed us the different birds, flora and fauna of the area. When we got to the cave, I was so impressed and this for me was the highlight of India. I was excited to hear about Kukki Sr and Kukki Jr's story and was inspired. If you go, you will see how passionate they are and it was wonderful to learn of the discoveries they have encountered. I am not sure about the cost since this was prepaid part of the tour that I was on, however, I can tell you that if you happen to be in Bundi, take the time and money to have a tour with Kukki, you won't regret it. Would recommend to wear good walking shoes, bring hat, and long pants.
2. Yana Caves
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By 454krantik - Croydon, United Kingdom
Yana caves Karnataka Nestled amidst forest of western ghats The gigantic limestone Rock formations are a true natural wonder . If you are in and around Gokarna - do plan for a half a day trip to Yana caves . These rocks stand tall and are about 390 feet tall . Best time and season to visit Morning during winter season . Summers are harsh Rainy season is rough as you encounter leeches . Carry a water bottle fir sure It takes about 1 hour from parking lot to club up And another 1 hour to explore the caves Plan for at least 3 hours to get a good glimpse of the caves . Parking lot is close by and there is a small shop selling snacks ( no lunch or breakfast available Though ) Cars and bikes go till the parking lot . . From Gokarna it is about 56 kms . . For me places like these are true natural wonders A must visit . We have good seating options too arranged by the tourism department.
3. Ellora Caves
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4.5 based on 2,668 reviews
Spectacular rock cut caves and elaborate sculptures of Hindu, Buddhist and Jain faiths are over 10 centuries old.
Reviewed By mechmanoj - Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The majestic Kailash temple is one of the most remarkable cave temples in the world because of its size, architecture and sculptural treatment It is an engineering marvel and is a proof of our rich heritage and technical capabilities centuries before.
4. Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka
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4.5 based on 641 reviews
The pre-historic cave paintings depict life in the Neolithic age.
Reviewed By RoadTripLovers108
This is an awesome place for a day trip near Bhopal. There are some 15 caves with rock painting from various eras of human history. The view from the site is great and so is the drive up the hill. The place is very well organised and it ends up being a small hike around the hill as you tour through the caves.
5. Badami Cave Temples
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4.5 based on 669 reviews
Reviewed By macedonboy - Glasgow, United Kingdom
The Badami Cave Temples is a complex consisting of 4 Hindu and Jain temples, carved into the mountainside in one of the large hills overlooking Agastya Lake. The first, second and third caves are Hindu temples and the fourth is Jain. Without a doubt the third cave temple is the best of the four with it’s highly decorative capitals and for the sheer number of sculptures. Many of the sculptures depicting the many avatars of Vishnu as Bhudevi, Trivikrama and Vamana, and other interesting sculptures depicting scenes from Hindu mythology including Vishnu seated on serpent Sesha. This cave also has some fragmentary frescos, which are supposed to be the earliest evidence of frescos in India. All the caves have something different to admire, and the Jain temple furthest away is different from all the others and therefore makes a nice change. There’s quite a big of climbing to get to all four temples, but the views of the surrounding area are breathtaking.
6. Borra Caves
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4.5 based on 1,299 reviews
Reviewed By Roving819278
Vizag always surprised me, the cave was really excellent, the way of going Araku valley by train was excellent, the tunnels while going to Araku valley was unforgotten experience
7. Kanheri Caves
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4.5 based on 1,237 reviews
Reviewed By smitaban - Mumbai, India
Ancient 4th century buddhist caves in the heart of the city of Mumbai in the beautiful backdrop of Sanjay gandhi National Park ....A must visit for a mumbai tour ....Very well preserved rock cut caves with huge Bamiyaan style rock cut buddha status....an archeological treat to the eyes....
8. Amarnath Cave
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4.5 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By travtk - Bengaluru, India
Trek up, take the helicopter and trek remainder distance - in any case this will be a once in a lifetime, arduous journey. Feel accomplished at the end of it. The cave itself and the ice linga is unique and mesmerizing. Trek can be cold, slippery (melted snow, frozen ice, narrow two-way path shared by humans and ponies.
9. Pandavleni Caves
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4.5 based on 376 reviews
Temporarily Closed
Reviewed By macedonboy - Glasgow, United Kingdom
These Bhuddist caves date back to the 1st century BC. The caves are considered to be amongst the earliest example of Bhuddist rock-cut architecture and an important source of historical record of the development of Bhuddist religious practices as it evolved up the 6th century CE. There are 24 four caves in total, all of which are cut into the hill of Trirasmi and requires a bit of climbing to see them all, but nothing I thought was too strenuous. Cave number 3 is the biggest, one of the most important and most richly decorated of all the caves One of the best things to see in Nashik
10. Mawsmai Cave
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4.5 based on 764 reviews
Reviewed By 18manishm - India, null
There are two caves here. One is recently found and one is old. Both of them worth a visit. They are in almost their natural state and still well lit. It was an adventure for children and they enjoyed it very much. One caution though: people who have spine, knee or hip problem or are physically unfit should not go through it.
