Ajanta and Ellora, Aurangabad
Maharashtra Major State Highway 8, Jamner
Ajanta – The first Buddhist cave monuments at Ajanta date from the 2nd and 1st centuries B.C. During the Gupta period (5th and 6th centuries A.D.), many more richly decorated caves were added to the original group. The paintings and sculptures of Ajanta, considered masterpieces of Buddhist religious art, have had a considerable artistic influence. These caves are excavated in horse–shoe shaped bend of rock surface nearly 76 m in height overlooking a narrow stream k...
Ajanta – The first Buddhist cave monuments at Ajanta date from the 2nd and 1st centuries B.C. During the Gupta period (5th and 6th centuries A.D.), many more richly decorated caves were added to the original group. The paintings and sculptures of Ajanta, considered masterpieces of Buddhist religious art, have had a considerable artistic influence. These caves are excavated in horse–shoe shaped bend of rock surface nearly 76 m in height overlooking a narrow stream known as Waghora.
Ellora – with its uninterrupted sequence of monuments dating from A.D. 600 to 1000, brings the civilization of ancient India to life. Not only is the Ellora complex a unique artistic creation and a technological exploit but, with its sanctuaries devoted to Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism, it illustrates the spirit of tolerance that was characteristic of ancient India.
Contact Person
Superintending Archaeologist
Archeological Survey of India, Aurangabad Circle, Maharashtra
0240-2400620
Circleaur.asi@gmail.com
www.asiaurangabad.in
Connectivity
Nearest Airport - Mumbai Airport (96 Km away)
Nearest Railway Station - Aurangabad (30 Km away)
Climate
Min. +13 Degree Celcius
Max. +42 Degree Celcius
Accomodation
Several Star and Budget hotels are available.
Medical Services
General Medical Facilities (Chemist, Doctors, Ambulance) are available.