What does Ajanta mean?

What does Ajanta mean?

Ajanta means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit, the history of ancient India. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.

What is the history of Ajanta Caves?

The Ajanta Caves are a Unesco World Heritage Site. First (Sātavāhana) phase:—Caves 9, 10, 12, 13 and 15A make up the earliest group of caves built between 100 BCE and 100 CE probably under the patronage of the Sātavāhana (230 BCE–220 CE) who ruled the region. Caves 9 and 10 are caitya halls with stūpas, while caves 12, 13, and 15A are vihāras.

What is the meaning of ajaṃta Kannada?

Ajaṃta (ಅಜಂತ):— [adjective] ending in a vowel. Kannada is a Dravidian language (as opposed to the Indo-European language family) mainly spoken in the southwestern region of India. Partial matches: Aj, Anta.