Aurangabad in Maharashtra

State: Maharashtra

Location: 375 km from Mumbai

Famous for: popular sightseeing spots, beautiful hills, Buddhist caves

Serves as: Tourist destination, Picnic spot

Aurangabad Lake

About Aurangabad:

Aurangabad is a famous city located within the Aurangabad District of Maharashtra. It also serves as a famous tourist spot among people travelling from India as well abroad. The reason behind this is the existence of some exclusive tourist spot within the city including the famous Ghrishneshwar Mandir, Bibi Ka Maqbara, Daulatabad Fort and so on. In fact Aurangabad is one such city which has the the well famous World Heritage Sites Ajanta Caves and Ellora Caves.

Aurangabad was named so after the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, as it was primarily under the administration of Moghuls. The various constructions and areas are still seen influenced with Mughal Architecture.

Daulatabad Fort

Best time to visit Aurangabad:

Aurangabad has extreme climatic conditions and hence it is very hot during summers and very cold during winters. The ideal time to visit Aurangabad is from October to early March, as summers are too harsh and hot.

Look Yummy, but the guavas aren't red the way they look,  its just the color!

What to do in Aurangabad:

Spend a day in the city visiting the various tourist spots.

Enjoy exclusive time visiting the World Heritage sites Ajanta and Ellora

Visit the famous replica of Taj Mahal, Bibi Ka Maqbara

Enjoy city life, as Aurangabad is one of the fastest developing city in Maharashtra

Enjoy good food with many restaurants serving amazing delectable cuisines

Read How to reach Aurangabad

Valley View from Mhaismal

Places of interest in and around Aurangabad:

Panchakki: Panchakki which means a water mill is a best attraction that one can visit in Aurangabad. This watermill was said to be built in the 18th Century and is one of the best underground water channel which indirectly suppliers power to the chakki, i.e the mill. The most exciting part of visiting this Panchakki is the presence of huge fresh water fishes within the water. One gets to feed the fishes and enjoy the fight that the fishes have in between them to eat the food. Definitely visit Panchakki!

Bibi Ka Maqbara: A perfect replica of Taj Mahal, Bibi Ka Maqbara is one of the best tourist attractions of Aurangabad. Located on the outskirts of the city, Bibi Ka Maqbara is a ancient mausoleum constructed in 1651 by Prince Azam Shah. Its advisable to visit Bibi Ka Maqbara in Full moon to watch its beauty!

Aurangabad Gates: Wondering why Aurangabad is referred as the City of Gates? well only for the 52 gates which are present all around Aurangabad, constructed during the Moghul Period. These gates are landmarks of Aurangabad and have a strong historical feel to it.

Ellora Caves: This world famous World heritage Site is the prime attractions of Aurangabad. Ellora Caves are at its best during monsoons , as they are built within a mountain cliff amidst scenic beauty. This 5th Century AD Buddhist caves are must visit point in Aurangabad.

Ajanta Caves: This one too a world heritage site serves as a major attraction for tourists. This world famous Buddhist Caves are prime attraction of Aurangabad and are located pretty closer to the city as compared to Ellora Caves.

Mhaismal: Mhaismal serves as a beautiful location known and popular for its scenic beauty. Located around 25 km from Aurangabad, Mhaismal serves as an ideal picnic spot with beautiful scenic surroundings, small but beautiful lake, Balaji Tempple and scenic view of the deep valleys nearby.

Ghrishneshwar Temple: Ghrishneshwar Temple is listed among the 12 Jyotirlingas of India and hence holds a great religious importance among pilgrims.

Bhadra Maruti Mandir: A visit to Aurangabad is not complete without a visit to Bhadra Maruti Temple. The uniqueness about this temple is the present of a sleeping idol of Hanuman which as per the legendary tales denotes the god who is listening your wishes and granting them right-away.

Where to stay in Aurangabad:

Accommodation is not a problem in Aurangabad as many hotels, lodges and resorts are available all around Aurangabad City. One can comfortably find accommodation facility from budgetary to exclusive all around the city. MTDC too has 3 properties in Aurangabad such as the MTDC Holiday Resort

One more such hotel which offers budgetary stay with all luxurious facilities include Hotel Atithi located on the Jalna Road.