GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

Detailed explanation-1: -Currently, Maharashtra has total five Unesco World Heritage Sites and this number is highest among all states and UTs in India. The sites include Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, Elephanta Caves, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco buildings of South Mumbai.

Detailed explanation-2: -India has 40 world heritage sites and those in Maharashtra include the Ajanta caves, Ellora caves, Elephanta caves, Western Ghats, the CSMT railway station complex in Mumbai, and Victorian Gothic and Art Deco ensembles along Marine Drive in south Mumbai.

Detailed explanation-3: -Maharashtra’s rich heritage is reflected in its 5 UNESCO world heritage sites of Ellora caves in Aurangabad district which is a complex of massive rock-cut architecture. There are 34 monasteries and temples. Kailasa temple is located in this complex. Ajanta caves in Aurangabad district is home to 29 caves.

Detailed explanation-4: -Ajanta Caves. The 32 rock-cut Buddhist cave monument lies in the Aurangabad district of the state with few cave monuments dated back to as early as 2nd century BC. Ellora Caves. Elephanta Caves. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (Formerly known as Victoria Terminus) Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai. 18-Apr-2021