A little away from the city of Aurangabad in Maharashtra are the Ajanta and
Ellora Caves. These are not natural caves, which makes them so magnificent in
the first place. Evidence suggests that the caves were carved out of huge
mountain rocks almost 2,000 years ago. The caves have some intricately carved
sculptures, mostly belonging to Buddhism and Jainism religions. The fact that
the caves were carved out by Buddhist monks without any sophisticated tools
make them worth a visit. They give you a peek into the rich cultural diversity
of the country.
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