At the northern end of the Ellora complex, a short distance from the main cluster, sit five Jain caves (30-34) — smaller in scale than the Hindu and Buddhist groups but notable for the exceptional fineness of their carving.
Indra Sabha (Cave 32)
The most celebrated of the Jain caves, a two-storey structure with an intricately carved courtyard, a monolithic shrine, and detailed ceiling panels — considered one of the finest examples of Jain rock-cut art in India.
A Later, More Delicate Style
The Jain caves were carved later than most of the rest of Ellora, around the 9th-10th centuries, and their style reflects this — more ornamental and detailed, with an emphasis on intricate decorative carving over the sheer scale seen at the Kailasa Temple.
Visiting Tips
Because they sit apart from the main cluster, the Jain caves see fewer visitors — a peaceful, less crowded way to end an Ellora visit if you've already covered the Buddhist and Hindu groups.
