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The Cave Temples of India is a book that explores the ancient rock-cut caves that were used for religious purposes. The book traces the history of these caves from the 3rd century BCE, when they were first carved out of the hills and forests of Bihar, to their spread across different regions and religions. The book covers Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain cave temples, and describes their artistic and architectural features. The book also reveals the spiritual and cultural significance of the images and sculptures that adorn these caves, such as Buddha, Shiva, Vishnu, Mahavira, and various divinities and semi-divinities. The book, ‘The Cave Temples of India’, describes the sculptures and the structural decorations of these ancient monuments. It shows how the pillars, halls, façades, and entrances evolved from simple to elaborate over time. The pillars are adorned with various motifs of birds, animals, plants, and shapes. The book also explores the architectural details and the mathematical precision of these caves. The Cave Temples of India are a unique and magnificent legacy of our ancestors. They are a must-see for anyone interested in art, history, and culture.