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Which district are the Ajanta caves located in?
Which district are the Ajanta caves located in?
How many caves in Ajanta have attained the highest rank in wall painting?
How many caves in Ajanta have attained the highest rank in wall painting?
Who rediscovered the Ajanta caves?
Who rediscovered the Ajanta caves?
Which type of caves are numbered 9, 10, 19, 26, and 29 in Ajanta?
Which type of caves are numbered 9, 10, 19, 26, and 29 in Ajanta?
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In which district are the Ellora caves located?
In which district are the Ellora caves located?
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Which dynasty constructed the Hindu caves at Ellora?
Which dynasty constructed the Hindu caves at Ellora?
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Which group of caves at Ellora are dedicated to Buddhism?
Which group of caves at Ellora are dedicated to Buddhism?
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What is the name of the temple situated in cave no.16 at Ellora?
What is the name of the temple situated in cave no.16 at Ellora?
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Which city is located 12 km away from the Elephanta Caves?
Which city is located 12 km away from the Elephanta Caves?
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What is the local name given to the Trimurti Temple in cave 1 of the Elephanta Caves?
What is the local name given to the Trimurti Temple in cave 1 of the Elephanta Caves?
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Which organization added the Elephanta Caves to the list of world heritage sites?
Which organization added the Elephanta Caves to the list of world heritage sites?
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Where is the Mahabalipuram Pattadakal Memorial located?
Where is the Mahabalipuram Pattadakal Memorial located?
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Which architectural style can be found in the temples built during the seventh and eighth century near Badami Nagar?
Which architectural style can be found in the temples built during the seventh and eighth century near Badami Nagar?
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Study Notes
Ajanta Caves
- The Ajanta caves are located in the Aurangabad district.
- 5 caves (Caves 16, 17, 1, and 2) have attained the highest rank in wall painting.
- The Ajanta caves were rediscovered by John Smith in 1819.
Ajanta Cave Types
- Caves 9, 10, 19, 26, and 29 are Vihara caves.
Ellora Caves
- The Ellora caves are located in the Aurangabad district.
- The Rashtrakuta dynasty constructed the Hindu caves at Ellora.
- Caves 1-12 are dedicated to Buddhism.
Ellora Cave Specifics
- The Kailasa Temple is situated in cave 16 at Ellora.
Elephanta Caves
- The Elephanta Caves are located near Mumbai, with the city being 12 km away.
- The local name given to the Trimurti Temple in cave 1 is the Mahesh Murti Temple.
- UNESCO added the Elephanta Caves to the list of world heritage sites.
Other Monuments
- The Mahabalipuram Pattadakal Memorial is located in Aihole.
- The temples built during the seventh and eighth century near Badami Nagar showcase the Chalukyan architectural style.
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Test your knowledge of the Ajanta Caves - a treasure trove of Buddhist art! Explore the caves' fascinating history, stunning wall paintings, and intricate sculptures. Discover the significance of these ancient caves and learn about their rediscovery by Captain John Smith in 1819. Can you identify the different categories of Chaityas and Viharas found in these magnificent caves?
