1. Elephanta - Noun
2. Elephanta - Proper noun
Elephanta
An island in Mumbai Harbour, India.
Synonym: Gharapuri
Elephanta (plural Elephantas)
A strong southerly or southeasterly wind that blows on the Malabar coast of India during the months of September and October and marks the onset of the southwest monsoon.
Other important contributions are the sculptures of Elephanta Caves in modern Maharashtra as well as the Kashivishvanatha temple and the Jain Narayana temple at Pattadakal in modern Karnataka, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Source: Internet
The Elephanta caves are home to impressive sculptures. Source: Internet