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Private tour in Aurangabad Umesh J
Ellora Cave Temples - The confluence of Indian religion with the largest man-made monolithic structure
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I am a Platinum card holder Tourist Guide, Approved by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India) Enthusiast and Resourceful Tourist Guide approved by Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India since 1996. I Hold a Master's degree in Tourism Administration and exhibit a high degree of patients. I have vast experience working with leading travel companies for designated tourists from different parts of the world. Passionate towards theology, culture, spiritualism, history, art, and architecture. My special area of interest is to explore and understanding Existential Realities, harmony, Universal laws, and Nature's law. I try explore the essence of different philosophies and to connect the different dots of the research & innovation happened to identify the development of full human potential and relate it to current life and living. I was born and brought up in the city of Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India. The city of gates, the city of monuments, the city of diversified cultures. The UNESCO World Heritage monuments like Ajanta rock-cut temples and Ellora cave temples are in the vicinity. I am a local, a local of the city, and a local of the state of Maharashtra. You will cherish my itineraries and customized tour plans for a lifetime. If you want to know more about Indian Knowledge Systems …. If you want to experience Indian Culture… If you want to understand Spiritualism and Universal Values in the context of Indian religions… If you want to have an unforgettable & memorable tour experience …. If you want to be a local with ToursByLocals What are you waiting for? choose me to be your guide, relax, and be assured to learn, experience, and enjoy. A Platinum card holder, licensed, approved Incredible India Tourist Guide - Department of Tourism, Government of India. Successfully completed Guides' Training Program & refresher courses by the Department of Tourism, Government of India. Member, Aurangabad Tourist Guides' Welfare Association. Tour Guides are authorised personal for tourist to show monuments and places. Guides can accompany you in your Car. If required, I can arrange for comfortable chauffeur driven Car.
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A full day private tour of the Incredible World Heritage site of the Ellora Caves.
Overview of your Aurangabad tour
The incredible Ellora cave temple is a UNESCO World Heritage monument located approximately 31 km on northwest of Aurangabad (Chatrapati Sambhajinager) of Maharashtra, India. There are 34 cave temples at Ellora dating from between the 5th and 11th centuries AD. This is a great example of co-existence and religious harmony through the extraordinary architectural marvels carried out by the followers of three prominent religions: Baudh, Hindu and Jain. The excavation was carried out in three phases from the 6th century to the 11th century. The earliest group of cave temples (cave temple 1-12), carved between the 5th and 7th centuries, reflect the Mahayana philosophy of Buddhism then prevalent in this region. The Hindu group of cave temples (cave temples 13-29) was excavated between the 7th and 10th centuries. The last phase, between the 9th and 11th centuries, witnessed the excavation of a group of Jain religion (cave temple 30-34). One of the highlights of Ellora is Cave Temple number 16 is a masterpiece
Your Aurangabad tour itinerary
It is a full day (8 hours) tour to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ellora cave temples including my services as a tour guide, air-conditioned Toyota Crysta or similar car. It takes approximately 1 hour to reach Ellora from Aurangabad (Chatrapati Sambhajinager). The ideal timing of the tour: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm 8:00 am - Departure from the pick-up point Enroute photo stop at the unconquered Daulatabad fort built in the 12th century (10 minutes) 9:00 am- Arrival at the Ellora cave temples (visit the best and the most important cave temples from Baudh, Hindu and Jain sections) 9:00 am to 12:00noon - Sightseeing at Ellora (the time to spend is dependent on the interest of the guest) 12:00 to 1:00 pm- Lunch and discussion. Lunch at a local restaurant (Lunch is not included in the tour price) 2:00 pm- Reach the drop point The itinerary is flexible, for any changes please let me know.
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Type: Private Transportation
Toyota Innova (AC) or similar car with professional chauffeur for 1- 4 pax Golf cart at Ellora options available for larger groups, which come at a higher cost. Contact me for a quote.
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