Aurangabad is one of the most popular
places to visit in India. It is the tourism capital of Maharashtra and is a
major part of Buddhist Tour in India
and home to tourist attractions like Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, Ghrishneshwar
Temple, Bibi Ka Maqbara, Khuldabad, Devgiri Fort, etc. Visit the city on your
next holiday and spend the vacation exploring the enchanting attractions of the
city.
Aurangabad is an old city that headquarters
the eponymous district in the state of Maharashtra. Largely popular as the
gateway to the world-famous Ajanta Caves, the city is one of India’s best
places to visit. The city has been named after Aurangzeb, a famous Mughal Ruler,
who not only ruled the city but also made it his capital. As the place remained
mostly under the reign of different Muslim rulers of different dynasties over time, it is highly influenced by their culture and
traditions. Amongst the prominent rulers of the place, some include Murtaza
Nizams, Mughals rulers, Nizams of Hyderabad, and finally the British. The
influence of the past rulers can be easily felt as you approach the city,
whether be it in the culinary food that is very similar to the Mughlai or Hyderabadi
cuisine, the rich Urdu literature, or the multiple old monuments that exhibit
the best of medieval Islamic architecture in India.
Bestowed with a mass of archaeologically
and historically significant monuments, a great culture, and serenity with lush
splendid nature the place is today considered as the tourism capital of
Maharashtra. Being a heavily crowded tourist place in Maharashtra because of its
attracting backpackers, history buffs, and nature enthusiasts tourists come to
Aurangabad from different corners of the nation as well as the world. The good
thing is that to effectively accommodate every single traveler, there are
several high-quality hotels and other lodging options along with some of the
best 5 Star hotels in the country. The best time to visit the city is in winter
- October to February. It is the time duration when the weather is the most
temperate and favorable for tourism.
If you are in the city, given below are
some major tourist attractions that you should visit if you seek a memorable
holiday:
Ajanta and Ellora Caves
The caves groups are two of the most
popular tourist spots in the region. They are a few hours’ drive away from the
city center with frequent taxis and buses going towards them. Both cave groups have
been declared as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Both of them are large open-air
exhibits and the finest examples of ancient cave temple architecture. There are
different carvings, paintings, and sculptures representing three religions,
Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. If you are a history buff, the caves are a
must-visit!
Bibi Ka Maqbara
It is a tomb built by Emperor Aurangzeb for
his beloved wife after she passed away. Built taking the Taj Mahal as the
reference, the Maqbara is an excellent exhibit of Persian architecture. An onlooker cannot stop themselves from getting stunned by its beauty, and for those
who seek tranquillity, the place is simply the ideal spot to be at.
Grishneshwar Temple
It is located near the
Ellora Caves and counts among the most prominent monuments in the region. It
is an 18th-century temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. There are different
sculptures in different poses, intricate carvings, and several other elements
ornamenting the temple. Note that some portion of the temple was destroyed by
Aurangzeb, so the present structure that stands is not complete.
The beauty of this splendid city is vast
and cannot be explored in some days so plan your next trip to the city;
filled with multiple attractions that exist only in the city and nowhere else,
the place ensures a memorable vacation. Besides, if you have some leisure
time Hyderabad is a good destination to visit. Simply, board an Aurangabad
to Hyderabad train and get going to yet another old Indian city, full of
heritage sites.
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