Consider the following statements and find the difference between Chaitya and Viharas:

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Chaitya is the place of worship while Vihara is the place of dwelling. Chaitya and Vihars have the basic importance in Buddhist sect. The place where Buddhist monks reside is known as Buddhist Vihar while the Chaitya is recognized as worshipping place of Buddhist. During ancient period the rulers of various dynasties had constructed Chaitya and Vihars for Buddhist monk. Kanheri, Karle, Nagarjunakonda, Bhaja are the examples of such Chaityas and Vihars.

Consider the following statements and find the difference between Chaitya and Viharas:

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