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Ajanta Caves

Ancient Buddhist Art in Rock

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2 daysIdeal stay₹500From / night4.6 ★27k reviewsOctober – MarchBest windowJalgaonNearest rail · 59 km

A UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments with stunning paintings and sculptures dating back to 2nd century BC.

Pairs well with

Ellora Caves· 2h awayShirdi· 3h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

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GreatOkayAvoid⟡ Jul: 95
Honest take for Jul: Monsoon — cooler temperatures, fewer crowds. Carry rain gear; some outdoor sites may be slippery. (peak crowds.)

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Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Jalgaon 59km · Aurangabad Airport 100km

Nearest transport

Jalgaon59 km
Aurangabad Airport100 km

Stay options

budget₹500/night
mid₹1,500/night
luxury₹4,000/night

Best time to visit

October – March

How to get here

Aurangabad → Ajanta Caves

bus · 2.5h

₹180

approx.

Aurangabad → Ajanta Caves

cab · 2h

₹1,200

approx.

Jalgaon → Ajanta Caves

bus · 1.5h

₹100

approx.

Nearby attractions

Ellora CavesAurangabadDaulatabad FortBibi Ka Maqbara

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