As the school closed for the summer break, a group of twenty students of our class left for Aurangabad. We hired our own bus to go to Ellora that is hardly fifteen kilometres from there. It is an old city that has been excavated by the Department of Archaeology. The Hindu temples present at sight. There are statues of Hindu gods and goddesses everywhere. It is surprising how the architects of those times could plan such a beautiful city! The rooms are constructed in such a manner as would ensure cross-ventilation and hence no need of fans. The idols of bull and Shiva Linga are masterpieces of art. Although the city is more than two thousand years old, yet the construction is stable and durable. Ajanta is also situated in the same district but it is quite far-off from the district headquarters. It represents the rise of Buddhism in India. The caves were carved out of solid rocks on the banks of a waterfall. The artisans and architects spent a lifetime in planning and constructing the divine city. The monuments remind us of the greatness of man who can create masterpieces under trying circumstances. He can work wonders, if he is inspired enough.
Vocabulary
Durable – long lasting, Trying – difficult
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