The Buddhist architecture is mainly consisting of Chaityas, Viahras, Stupa and Stambhas. The practice of making caves was started during the Mauryan period and reached its zenith during the 2nd ...

It is primarily represented by three important building types- the Chaitya Hall (place of worship ... The Greek influence led the Indian architecture of the time, especially the rock-cut art ...

The stupa in Cave 428 reflects the design of the Chaitya Hall, a Buddhist prayer hall in ancient India typically carved into hillsides.[Photo/Courtesy of Dunhuang Academy] ...