The Ajanta Caves in Aurangabad, India are a series of ancient Buddhist monuments that date back to the 2nd century BCE. These caves, carved out of the rocky hillsides, contain some of the most beautiful and intricate sculptures and
Aurangabad district, officially known as Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, is one of the 36 districts of the state of Maharashtra in western India. It borders the districts of Nashik to the west, Jalgaon to the north, Jalna to the east, and Ahmednagar to the south. The city of Aurangabad houses the district's administrative headquarters. The district has an area of 10,100 km2, of which 37.55% is urban and the rest is rural. Aurangabad District is a major tourism region in Marathwada, with attractions including the Ajanta Caves and Ellora Caves.