Cave No. 20 at Ajanta is monastery with a small portico in front of verandah, and verandah flanked by cell at each end. It is found to be carved out of the hillock in 5th century A.D.
A unique feature in the plan of this cave is that antechamber advancing into the hall. The doorway is elegant and in good taste and as pleasing specimens of doorway decoration.
A unique feature in the plan of this cave is that antechamber advancing into the hall. The doorway is elegant and in good taste and as pleasing specimens of doorway decoration.
Buddha is seated in preaching position inside the the sanctum.
The sculpture of seven Buddha’s accompanied by attendants is another important sculptural panel in this cave.
Very pretty, The Buddha is my favorite. Thanks for sharing. Have a happy week!
ReplyDeleteAlways fascinating photography here ~ Wonderful! Sacred places ~ thanks ^_^
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this treasure!
ReplyDeleteALOHA from Honolulu
Comfort Spiral
~ > < } } ( ° > <3
Absolutely marvelous!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful ..
ReplyDeleteWell composed the images on cave. The way it was illuminated exhibit the marvel!
ReplyDeleteI have been to Ellora .. Must visit Ajantha some day.. till then will enjoy your pics..
ReplyDeleteNice captures.
ReplyDeletewww.rajniranjandas.blogspot.in
Wow, a part archaeological wonders.
ReplyDeleteInteresting photos of such a amazing place!
ReplyDeletenice pictures
ReplyDeleteA wonderful visit to your world, Rajesh, as always! Thanks for sharing! Have a great week!!
ReplyDeleteSo interesting! Very special with those caves!
ReplyDeleteBeautifully executed!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
ReplyDeleteWhat an unusual thing, to carve a temple out of a hill. Nice shots!
ReplyDeleteAmazing photologue my friend :-)
ReplyDeleteThis place of sanctuary looks incredibly stable burrowed in the stone, especially with the preaching image of the Buddha inside.
ReplyDeleteMystic and interesting! Great photos!
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos, thanks for India discover me every day!
ReplyDeleteReminds me of Badami!
ReplyDeleteGreat shots .... wonderful India!
ReplyDeleteRajesh I'm always in awe of the age and mystery of your country, so beautifully shown through your lens.
ReplyDeleteThis is quite incredible to think it was carved in a cave. Love the doorway!
ReplyDeleteI'm fascinated by, and have some fear of, caves
ReplyDeleteROG, ABC Wednesday
Fascinating as always!!
ReplyDeleteC is for...
You take such good shots of interesting places.
ReplyDeleteIt must be nice and cool in this beautiful building! Thank you, Rajesh!
ReplyDeleteMysterious and beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteAmazing carving of the cave. I just don't know how that can be done in such detail.
ReplyDeleteWOW! I would love to go there. It's been on my list since I read about it in History textbooks.
ReplyDeleteQuite fascinating! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThank you all for appreciating the beautiful craftsmanship.
ReplyDeleteAmazing place! Such a beautifully crafted and precious site...I love that you shared it with us!
ReplyDeleteGrand and very impressive!!
ReplyDeleteMy Post Is Here
I always want to visit the caves of Ajanta. I have seen a lot of photos of the cave interiors but they were mostly blurry. I can guess it's because its dark inside. But you did well in your interior shots - they're sharp and beautiful
ReplyDeleteAlways fascinating photography here Wonderful amazing pics ! Sacred places ~ thanks for share these nice photos
ReplyDeleteLovely Buddha...wonderful place!
ReplyDeleteI love the way that image of the Buddha pops out at you. Great photo
ReplyDelete