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Question
Mention two important features of anyone Chaitya at Ajanta.
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Solution
The Chaitya - 19 has the facade beautifully decorated with sculptured images. The fresco painting on the walls and ceilings are judged as being some of the finest contributions to the art of painting in India.
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