The famous rock-cut temple of Kailasa is at

The famous rock-cut temple of Kailasa is at 

(A) Ajanta 

(B) Badami 

(C) Mahabalipuram 

(D) Ellora 


Answer: (D) Kailashnath Temple is a famous temple, one of the 34 monasteries and temples extending over more than 2 km, that were dug side by side in the wall of a high basalt cliff in the complex located at Ellora, Maharashtra, India. Of these 34 monasteries and temples, the Kailasa (cave 16) is a remarkable example of Dravidian architecture on account of its striking proportion; elaborate workmanship, architectural content, and sculptural ornamentation of rock-cut architecture. It is designed to recall Mount Kailash, the abode of Lord Shiva. It is a megalith carved out of one single rock. It was built in the 8th century by the Rashtra Kuta king Krishna I. 

The famous rock-cut temple of Kailasa is at   (A) Ajanta   (B) Badami   (C) Mahabalipuram   (D) Ellora


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