Atiranachanda Mandapam
The northernmost rock-cut Hindu temple in Mahabalipuram. Most likely created in the late 7th century.
Yali Mandapam – Tiger Cave
A rock-cut monument from the 7th century AD, possibly a religious auditorium. Highly unusual architectonic design with 11 yali heads.
Bedse Caves
Two legendary Buddhist rock-cut cave temples. One cave is chaitya – prayer hall, another – vihara – monastery, created sometime around 60 BC.
Bhaja Caves
One of the oldest Buddhist rock-cut structures in the world. 22 caves, created approximately in the 2nd century BC. Beautiful stone-carved facades, other values of art and history.
Mahakali Caves or Kondivita Caves
A group of 19 caves built by Buddhists in the 1st century BC – 6th century AD and located in the suburbs of Mumbai.
Karla Caves
This beautiful rock-cut temple complex includes the most beautiful prayer hall – chaitya – of Indian cave temples. Developed in 120 BC – the 10th century AD.
Gavi Gangadhareshwara
An unusual rock-cut Hindu temple from the 9th century. The Sun shines on the shrine only for a short while in the middle of January, shining on the Shivalinga.
Lonad Caves
A small group of ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves from the 5th century AD. Chapel – chaitya – contains valuable stone carvings.
Badami Cave Temples
A group of four beautiful rock-cut temples, made in the 6th – 7th centuries AD. Located in the ancient capital of Early Chalukyas. Art of temples witnesses the search for a distinct style.
Son Bhandar Caves
Two rock-cut chambers in India, near Rajgir. Contain undeciphered inscription, reportedly – a password to the cave with treasure.