Famous caves in India: Location of the Ajanta–Ellora cave complexes. Identify the major city near which the Ajanta and Ellora caves are situated in Maharashtra. Choose the correct city.

Given data

• Find the city near which the Ajanta and Ellora caves are located.

Concept/ApproachAjanta (in Aurangabad district) and Ellora (near Verul) are classic UNESCO sites tied to the city of Aurangabad.

ExplanationBoth Ajanta and Ellora cave complexes are accessed most commonly via Aurangabad in Maharashtra, which serves as the nearest major city and travel base.

Common pitfalls

• Choosing Nagpur, Nashik, or Pune due to their size, despite Aurangabad being the standard answer.

Final AnswerAurangabad