The Kailasa (Kailasanatha) temple is one of the largest rock-cut ancient Hindu temples and is one of the 34 cave (Cave 16) temples and monasteries. Ellora, Maharashtra, India - Foto stock

Formed from a single block of excavated stone, Kailasa temple is considered one of the most impressive cave temples in India. The enormous structure is one of 34 cave temples and monasteries that are collectively known as the Ellora Caves. Located in the western region of Maharashtra, the caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and include monuments dating between 600 and 1000 CE. While there are many impressive structures on-site, it’s the megalithic Kailasa temple that is perhaps the most well known.