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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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Dalbéra, J. (2015, October 27). Resting Buddha in Ajanta. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/4143/resting-buddha-in-ajanta/
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