Question

What are Viharas? Why were the stone pillars a marvel in themselves?

Answer 1

Explanation:

Vihara generally refers to a monastery for Buddhist renunciates

Answer 2

Vihara, early type of Buddhist monastery consisting of an open court surrounded by open cells accessible through an entrance porch. The viharas in India were originally constructed to shelter the monks during the rainy season, when it became difficult for them to lead the wanderer's life.
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