Saturday, December 25, 2010

Ajanta Caves, Aurangabad

Ajanta Caves in India are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Oldest of the caves are believed to be around 2000 years old. The paintings and sculptures found here are considered to be masterpieces. There are a total of 31 caves. Restoration work is in progress for some of the caves.

Most of the visitors are dropped at the parking lot, from where there are regular buses which take the tourists to the caves. Cave timings are from 9 in the morning to 5:30 in the evening. Camera/Handycam charges have to paid separately at the ticket window. Handycams are not allowed inside the caves. People interested in shopping can shop for crystals.

Ajanta Caves,Cave Paintings,Aurangabad,UNESCO World Heritage SiteAjanta Caves,Cave Paintings,Aurangabad,UNESCO World Heritage Site
Ajanta Caves,Cave Paintings,Aurangabad,UNESCO World Heritage SiteAjanta Caves,Cave Paintings,Aurangabad,UNESCO World Heritage Site
Ajanta Caves,Cave Paintings,Aurangabad,UNESCO World Heritage SiteAjanta Caves,Cave Paintings,Aurangabad,UNESCO World Heritage Site


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