Elephanta Caves Shore Excursion in Mumbai, India

Once known as Gharapuri, or the Fortress City, the Portuguese renamed the island Elephanta after discovering a large stone elephant statue near the shore. At the entrance to the caves is the famous Trimurti, or the celebrated trinity of Elephanta: Lord Brahma, the Creator; Lord Vishnu, the preserver; and Lord Shiva, the Destroyer. Unfortunately, many of the sculptures inside were damaged by the Portuguese who took potshots at the Hindu Gods with their rifles, but the sublime beauty of the caves remains. The site resonates with the spiritual energy of India, and was designated a World Heritage Site in 1987.

Reaching the base of Elephanta Hill by motor launch, you’ll climb a stepped path to reach the exceptional 7th-century rock-cut temples of Elephanta Caves. This splendid cave complex is a collection of shrines, courtyards, grand halls and porticos filled with exquisite stone sculptures and reliefs of Hindu Gods and Goddesses.

ご注意：This tour entails a short walk up numerous steps. A limited number of palanquins or sedan chairs are available at Elephanta Island, but their use is in no way encouraged or sanctioned by RSSC. Rubber-soled shoes are recommended.