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Mumbai :: These caves dating back to 600 A.D. are located on Gharapuri Island in Mumbai’s harbour.

  1. Ellora Caves

  2. Kanheri Caves

  3. Elephanta Caves

  4. Ajanta Caves
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Elephanta Caves are located on Elephanta Island (locally known as Gharapuri Island) in Mumbai harbour. The rock-cut caves date from 600 AD and contain UNESCO World Heritage-recognized Shaivite sculptures. Ellora and Ajanta caves are in Aurangabad (Maharashtra), while Kanheri Caves are in Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Mumbai (mainland, not an island).

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