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Ajanta Caves

Located around 99 km from the town of Aurangabad, lie the Ajanta Caves now included in the list of UNESCO World heritage Sites. Ajanta caves depict the Buddhist culture and their stories through various sculptures and paintings. It also takes you to the world of Jatakas. The Ajanta caves is a set of 3rock-cutut Buddhist caves that date back to the period between 2nd century BC and 650 CE. The Ajanta caves are considered one of the most prestigious monuments of India as they house many beautiful paintings and sculptures depicting the rich cultural heritage of India. Naturally used as a retreat by the Buddhist monks, the cave depicts the serenity of Buddhism through its simple yet breathtaking sculpture. The basic designs of the caves are called 'Chaityagrihas' & 'viharas'. Figurines of Lord Buddha and scenes from the traditional Jataka tales are the mainstays of this place. The area used to be heavily forested and the caves fell out of social conscience before being rediscovered by a British hunting officer in 1819. Read More

Shopping near Ajanta and Ellora caves is fascinating as the region is rich in the art and culture of several communities.

Aurangabad is famous for shopping where one can stopover to buy Himroo shawls, Paithani sarees or fabric like Mashru and Kimkhab. Paithani Weaving Cente, Gul Mandi, Connaught Shopping Market, Nirula Bazaar, Himroo Factory are some of the popular shopping spots situated in heart of the city. A visit to Connaught Shopping Market is a must if you wish to take back home some fine silks and shawls. Situated close to Zaffar Gate in Old Aurangabad, Himroo Factory, one of the major tourist attractions in Aurangabad, is an awesome place to shop for popular Himroo weaves, paithani saris, handloom shawls and lot's more. Read More

Apart from the magnificent caves that exhibit the best of Buddhist religious art the shopping plaza is another major tourist attraction in Ajanta. The market is famous for the variety of stones. Display of jewellery made of semiprecious stones and decorative pieces is also available. You can also buy Buddha's showpeieces and bargaining is rampant so amke sure that you are not robbed.