The Ellora festival is also popularly known as the Ellora Ajanta festival, is organized by the Aurangabad festival Committee. This is a magnificent festival which is held in the surroundings of the Ellora caves. The festival attracts a large number of visitors who are enthralled by the splendid rhythmic harmony of the occasion. It is a platform that showcases talents of classical music and dance from all over the world. This festival emphasizes on displaying the historical sites near the city of Aurangabad along with celebrating the Indian classical form of art. The festival mainly promotes the old culture of India along with the temples caves which form the backdrop of the program. Seeing this dance and musical association you will be reminded of how rich our country’s cultural background is and how we neglect these beautiful talents of the nation. It is spectacular to see these art forms being presented so elegantly that it is bound to touch your hearts. This festival is not only a platform for dance and music but also encourages many artisans and craftsmen who gather here to promote their handicrafts and other excellent work of arts done by them. The beautiful Kailasha temple in Maharashtra forms an essential part of the backdrop for this event and it is a privilege to view this beauty adorning such a program. You will also see many celebrities like Hema Malini who present their dance forms on this platform.
History of the Attraction
In the earlier times, this festival was at the Ellora Caves but now the venue of the festival has been shifted to the Soneri Mahal. This beautiful Mahal was built in the 17th century by Pahad Singh. It is considered as an architectural model of Aurangabad in the present times. This festival is only a symbolization of the cultural heritage of our country but also shows us the views of the historic caves and temples which form an essential part of our history.
Duration of the festival
This festival is generally held every year during the month of October. It is a three-day event which is held at the Soneri Mahal in Aurangabad.
