The Ajanta Caves are a group of rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments located in Maharashtra, India. Dating back to the 2nd century BCE to about 480 CE, these caves are renowned for their stunning frescoes and sculptures that depict the life of the Buddha and various Jataka tales. The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attracts visitors for its artistic and historical significance. The Ellora Caves, also in Maharashtra, feature a mix of Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain rock-cut temples and monasteries, dating from the 5th to the 10th century CE. This site is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is famous for the grand Kailasa Temple, which is carved from a single rock. The Ellora Caves showcase the rich cultural and religious diversity of ancient India.