The stunning rock cut caves of Ajanta

Posted On: May 18th, 2015 at 13:04

India
Nothing is more stunning or architecturally implausible than rock cut caves, and those at Ajanta in Aurangabad district, Maharashtra, are no exception.
Last year I was in India and went to the nearby temples of Ellora – cave 16 being the largest rock cut cave temple in the world – and was absolutely astonished at the level of work that must have gone in to such a site.
Unfortunately, due to time constraints and the horrendous summer heat, I did not go to Ajanta but chose Ellora out of the two sites. One day I shall return to the most magical country on earth and finish my tour… but it will be in the cooler months and not the near-death temperatures of an Indian summer!

http://www.bbc.com/culture/story/20150223-uncovering-caves-full-of-treasure