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Some of the finest works of art were created in Ajanta Caves (Maharashtra, India) between 2nd century BCE and 6th century CE. Mahaparinirvana (demise) of Buddha is one the many bas-reliefs sculpted here.
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APA Style
Dalbéra, J. (2015, October 27). Resting Buddha in Ajanta. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/4143/resting-buddha-in-ajanta/
Chicago Style
Dalbéra, Jean-Pierre. "Resting Buddha in Ajanta." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified October 27, 2015. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/4143/resting-buddha-in-ajanta/.
MLA Style
Dalbéra, Jean-Pierre. "Resting Buddha in Ajanta." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 27 Oct 2015. Web. 27 Jul 2024.
