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Kailash Temple, also known as the Kailasanatha Temple, is a rock-cut temple located in Ellora, Maharashtra, India. It is considered to be one of the most impressive examples of Indian rock-cut architecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is an architectural marvel, with intricate carvings and sculptures covering its walls.

The temple is carved out of a single rock, and it is the largest monolithic structure in the world. It stands at a height of 100 feet (30 meters) and measures 358 feet (109 meters) by 233 feet (71 meters). The temple was built in the 8th century AD during the reign of the Rashtrakuta dynasty.

One of the most striking features of the temple is the depictions of Lord Shiva and his consort, Parvati, as well as their children, Ganesha and Kartikeya. The temple also features carvings of other Hindu deities such as Brahma, Vishnu, and Durga. The temple's exterior is adorned with images of elephants, lions, and other animals, as well as a series of beautifully carved statues of dancers, musicians, and divine beings.

Inside the temple, there is a large courtyard surrounded by pillared halls and smaller shrines. The main sanctum of the temple contains a large lingam, which represents Lord Shiva. The temple also has several other shrines dedicated to other deities. The temple is an important pilgrimage site for Hindus, and thousands of visitors come to Ellora each year to see it.

The construction of the temple, involving excavating the rock, carving and building the structure, took more than century, with work continued by different kings and their ministers, however it is not clear who is the main architect and master mind behind the design and construction of the temple.

The temple also known to have been inspirations to various other rock-cut temple around the India, and continues to be a source of inspiration for architects and scholars today.