Ajanta, India

Photography Tour in Ajanta

The best photos of Ajanta aren't at the obvious landmarks. The real magic is in the side streets, the reflected light, the unexpected angles that only reveal themselves to those exploring on foot.

A horseshoe of 30 Buddhist caves hidden in a remote gorge, containing some of the greatest surviving masterpieces of ancient Indian painting.

Top Photography Tour Spots

•Cave 1 — contains the famous Bodhisattva Padmapani painting, considered one of the masterpieces of world art
•Cave 2 — elaborate ceiling paintings and carved pillars with geometric and floral designs
•Cave 26 — a large prayer hall with a carved reclining Buddha and a detailed relief of the Temptation of the Buddha

Hidden Photography Tour Gems

•Viewpoint above the gorge — a path leads to the spot where the British officer first spotted the caves in 1819, offering a dramatic view of the entire horseshoe cliff

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roamee curates a walking route through Ajanta's most photogenic locations with tips on the best time of day, angles, and compositions for each spot.

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