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Buddhist cave architecture

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Religious architecture in Central Asia carved into caves and incorporating relief carving, sculpture, and wall painting for Buddhist worship and practice.

AP course connection

Topic 7.2: 7.2 West Asia

Unit 7

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