Question

write in detail about Ajanta Caves​

Answer 1

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The Ajanta Caves are 30 (approximately) rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments which date from the 2nd century BCE to about 480 CE in Aurangabad district of Maharashtra state of India.[1][note 1] The caves include paintings and rock-cut sculptures described as among the finest surviving examples of ancient Indian art, particularly expressive paintings that present emotion through gesture, pose and form.[2][3][4]

Answer 2

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➦ Ajanta Caves is situated in Aurangabad district near Ajanta village.

➦ Ajanta caves are based on wall paintings and sculpture.

➦ Cave no. 1, 2, 10, 16 and 17 have excellent wall paintings and attained highest rank.

➦ Two types of Ajanta Caves are Chaityas and Viharas.

➦ Cave no. 9, 10, 19, 26, 29 are Chaityas whereas others are Viharas.

➦ In 1819 A.D Ajanta caves were forgotten but was rediscovered by John Smith an English Captain.

➦ Ajanta Caves are the magnificent example of initial art of vastu, art of paintings and sculpture.

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