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Ajintha Verul Leni – Complete Visitor Guide
Ajintha and Verul leni are the Marathi names for the Ajanta and Ellora caves, two UNESCO World Heritage cave groups near Aurangabad.
Overview
Ajintha Verul Leni – Overview
Ajintha verul leni is the Marathi way of saying Ajanta and Ellora caves. They are the two main reasons many travellers come to Aurangabad, and both are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
They are very different. Ajanta is famous for ancient Buddhist wall paintings. Ellora is known for sculpture and the Kailasa Temple, with Buddhist, Hindu and Jain caves. This guide compares them and helps you plan one or two days.
Comparison
Ajintha and Verul Leni at a Glance
Ajanta sits in a horseshoe-shaped gorge of the Waghur river. Ellora is cut into a long hillside. The two are in opposite directions from Aurangabad, so they are rarely combined well in one day.
Ajanta
Ajintha Leni (Ajanta Caves) Highlights
Ajanta has 30 rock-cut Buddhist caves, built in two phases. Caves 1, 2, 16 and 17 hold the largest surviving group of ancient Indian wall paintings. The bodhisattva Padmapani in Cave 1 is one of the most famous images. UNESCO listed Ajanta in 1983.
The caves are about 100 km from Aurangabad. Allow a full day, including the road time. The caves are open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and are closed on Mondays. The ticket is ₹40 for Indian visitors (₹35 if booked online) and ₹600 for foreign visitors (₹550 online); children under 15 enter free.
Ellora
Verul Leni (Ellora Caves) Highlights
Ellora’s 34 caves are numbered from south to north: 1–12 Buddhist, 13–29 Hindu and 30–34 Jain. Cave 16, the Kailasa Temple, is carved from a single rock. Many visitors spend two to four hours here. The ticket is ₹40 for Indian visitors and ₹600 for foreign visitors, and children under 15 enter free. Listings give different timings and weekly closing days for Ellora (Monday or Tuesday), so check before you fix your day.
Itinerary
How to Plan Ajintha Verul Leni in Two Days
Start with Cave 16, then see the Buddhist and Jain groups. Add Grishneshwar Temple and, if time allows, Khuldabad and Daulatabad.
Leave early for the longer drive. Reach the caves and plan around the cave paintings. Return to Aurangabad by evening.
Ajanta is closed on Mondays, and listings give Monday or Tuesday as the closing day for Ellora. Avoid fixing either site on those days without checking.
Travel smart
Plan Your Visit: Practical Tips
Timings, fees and closing days can change, so plan with some buffer. These tips make the trip easier.
The distances and walking make one day tiring.
Ajanta is closed on Mondays and Ellora has a weekly closing day too. Check before you fix the order.
Both sites involve a lot of walking.
Follow photography and flash rules at Ajanta.
During peak travel season, book a few days ahead.
Book a cab
Reach Ajintha and Verul Leni (Ajanta and Ellora) With Siya Travels
Siya Travels can arrange a cab with a driver for Ajanta and Ellora from Aurangabad and nearby cities, as a one-way transfer or a full-day trip. We can plan a two-day cab itinerary with an overnight in Aurangabad.
Tell us your date, pickup point and group size. We reply with a quotation and suggest a sensible route, so you can combine nearby sights without rushing.
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Pick a sedan, Ertiga, Innova Crysta, Tempo Traveller or Urbania based on group size and luggage. Tell us if you have senior citizens or small children travelling.
We reply with a quotation for Aurangabad to Ajintha and Verul Leni (Ajanta and Ellora). Ask clearly whether tolls, parking and driver allowance are included, so there are no surprises.
Once you confirm, we share the vehicle and driver details before pickup. Keep the driver’s number handy for the pickup point.
Summary
Ajintha Verul Leni: Quick Summary
Ajintha and Verul leni are the Marathi names for the Ajanta and Ellora caves, two UNESCO World Heritage cave groups near Aurangabad.
- Ajintha: Ajanta – about 100 km
- Verul: Ellora – about 30 km
- Ajanta caves: 30 Buddhist
- Ellora caves: 34 mixed
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FAQ
Ajintha Verul Leni – Frequently Asked Questions
What are Ajintha and Verul leni?
They are the Marathi names for the Ajanta and Ellora caves.
Can I visit both in one day?
It is possible but very tiring because they are in opposite directions. Two days is more comfortable.
Which is better, Ajanta or Ellora?
They offer different things. Ajanta is for paintings; Ellora is for sculpture and the Kailasa Temple.
How far are the caves from Aurangabad?
Ajanta is about 100 km and Ellora about 30 km, both approximate.
Are both UNESCO World Heritage Sites?
Yes, both were listed in 1983.
What are the closing days?
Ajanta is closed on Mondays. Listings give Monday or Tuesday as the weekly closing day for Ellora, so check before you fix your day. Closing days can change.
Is Ajintha and Verul Leni (Ajanta and Ellora) suitable for children and senior citizens?
Most visitors manage it, but walking, steps, heat and crowds differ by place and season. Choose a comfortable time of day, carry water, and tell your driver if anyone needs extra rest stops.
Can Siya Travels arrange a cab for Ajintha and Verul Leni (Ajanta and Ellora)?
Yes. Send your date, pickup point and number of passengers using the form on this page, on WhatsApp or by phone on +91 98600 80525. We reply with a quotation.
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