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Explain the importance of Ajanta and Stupa.

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The 29 caves or temples in Ajantareflect the Mahayana and HINAYANA sects of Buddhism. These caves contain some of the best BUDDHIST art pieces found anywhere in the world. These caves remained in use for NEARLY nine centuries after which they were abandoned because of persecution of Buddhist monks in India.

The Importance of Stupas in Buddhism. As the importance of thestupa grew, so it did its functions and meanings. In ADDITION to being considered the living presence of the Buddha, his protective powers, and living energy, they were also a SITE of rituals and ceremonies.



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