7 Ancient Caves To Visit In Karnataka

Caves in Karnataka

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1. Pandava Caves

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2. Ravanphadi Cave

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3. Hulimavu Caves

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4. Badami Caves

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5. Nellitheertha Caves

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6. Kavala Cave Temple

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7. Ganesh Guha

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