Aurangabad is the most frequented and largest city of central Maharashta, situated on the western coast of India. Named after Aurangzeb, who established a capital here in 1633, Aurangabad was previously known as Khadke. Today, Aurangabad is emerging as an industrial center, with silk fabrics as the major industry. Aurangabad has a number of attractions, other than the world famous EIlora and Ajanta caves, located with easy reach.


Sightseeing at Aurangabad -
Ellora caves : Ellora Caves consist of temples and monasteries hewn from rock by Buddhist, Hindu and Jain monks and craftsmen. They tell the story of the evolution of these Religions. Over 2000 years old, they have been compared to the pyramids for truer amazing constructions, sculptures and frescoes.

Ajanta Caves : This group of caves consist of 24 Monastaries and 5 temples, again carved out from solid rock. The wall paintings and frescoes of these caves have a beautiful flow of line and a wealth of colour.

Aurangabad Caves - Just outside the city, lie the Aurangabad caves, excavated between the 2nd and 6th century AD. Tantric influences can be discerned in their architecture and iconography. There are twelve caves in all, a major chunk of which are viharas, of which Caves 3 and 7, are the most fascinating. Cave 3 stands supported by 12 finely carved columns, and sports sculptures portraying scenes from the Jakarta tales. Cave 7 houses an imposing sculpture of a Bodhisattva, praying for deliverance.

Bibi Ka Maqbara : Bearing a little resemblance from Taj Mahal, Bibi Ka Maquara is the tomb of Begum Rabia-ud-Durani, wife of Emperor Aurangazeb. Thus, it is also called, “Poor Man’s Taj Mahal”. The monument is an excellent example of Persian Architecture, with excessive captivating look. The monument has its own charm and has been attracting tourist far and wide.


Reaching Aurangabad -
By Air : Indian Airlines and Jet Airways fly daily from Mumbai. Indian Airlines also operates daily flights from Delhi.
By Rail :Aurangabad is well connected to most major Indian cities.
By Road :Aurangabad is well connected to Mumbai (392 km), Nasik (221 km), Shirdi (136 km) Ajanta (106 km), Pune (299 km), and Ellora (30 km).