Ajanta
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The Ajanta Caves are a world-famous complex of caves containing sacred Buddhist relics and art. They are situated in Maharashtra State in South India.
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Understand
The complex consists of 30 caves, with the first Buddhist monasteries being constructed in the 2nd century CE. The frescoes and carvings express a profound sense of the sacred that have inspired people throughout the ages. The caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. .
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By plane
Aurangabad is the nearest airport, and has flights from Delhi and Mumbai.
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By train
Jalgaon is the nearest station (40kms). Most express trains stop at Jalgaon.
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By taxi/bus
Taxis and state transport department buses ply the route from Jalgaon to Ajanta.
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Get around
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See
- The amazing carvings in the caves and recesses. The caves are open from 9AM to 5:30PM Tues-Sun (closed on national holidays)
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Sleep
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Get out
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