TOP 10 MUST VISIT PLACES IN AURANGABAD , MAHARASHTRA, INDIA

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1 Ajanta Caves

While searching for all the Aurangabad places to visit, Ajanta Caves will be one of the first and foremost names. A group of around 30 Buddhist caves that are carved out of rocks, these caves date back to the 2nd century and is considered as an epitome of ancient architecture and considered as the most brilliant form of Indian art.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ajanta Caves is further divided into many different caves that were meant for various purposes. From the architecture, shape, and form of the caves, it is pretty evident that the ancient Buddhist monks used these caves for studying, living and worship purposes. The murals, paintings, and carvings on the wall reveal many unknown facts about the way of living, the cultures and traditions of a bygone era.

Location: Ajanta Caves Road, Ajanta 431001

Timings: 8 AM to 5 PM

Entry fee: Starts from INR 30

2 Bibi Ka Maqbara

If you still think only Taj Mahal is the ultimate symbol of love, you must visit 'Bibi Ka Maqbara', one of the historic places that must be visited while in Aurangabad called the. Though not as huge and popular like the Taj, this historic monument also symbolize the love of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb for his wife DilrasBanu Begum.

Built on an elevated platform, it is guarded by four minarets along its four corners and can be reached by a series of steps from three different sides. Studded with exquisite marbles and ornamented with intricate designs, carvings and showcasing the immortal love, this ancient monument truly deserves a visit while you are planning to cover all the major places to visit in Aurangabad.

Location: Begumpura, Aurangabad, Maharashtra 431004

Timings: 8 AM to 8 PM

Entry fee: None.

3 Ellora Caves

Another architectural brilliance of a bygone era, Ellora Caves is also among the not to miss places to visit near Aurangabad. Located around 29 km from the city center, this chain of caves were built by the Rashtrakuta dynasty of the Buddhist clan and Yadav group of the Jains.

A must visit UNESCO World Heritage site in Maharashtra, this series of caves also showcases the perfection and epitome of the pre historic times of the Indian culture. With detailed and intricate carvings, the caves are now given distinct numbers.

Among all these, the Vishwakarma; cave number 10, Dashavatara; cave number 15, Kailasanatha Temple; cave number 16, Rameshvara; cave number 21 and IndraSabha; cave number 32, are the most prominent and sought after in the Ellora Cave. The glimpses of a bygone era, the diverse history, architectural brilliance and the grandeur of this chain of caves make it one of the most popular tourist places near Aurangabad.

Location: Ellora Cave Road, Ellora, Aurangabad, Maharashtra 431005

Timings: 6 AM to 6 PM

Entry fee: Starts from INR 40

4 Daulatabad Fort

One of the most commanding and undefeatable forts in the entire country, Daulatabad Fort in Daulatabad; or Devagiri as it was known earlier, is among the must-visit places near Aurangabad. Around 11 km north-west of Aurangabad, this glorious fortress stands strong on a conical hill that stands around 200 m above the sea level.

Looking back into the history of the fort, you will realize its importance and strength. Compared to the other forts within or far from the region, the defense of Daulatabad Fort was very strong.

Talking about the architecture of this fort, it is three layers of defensive walls, and its moat, scrap and the sub-terranean passage are made out of solid rocks. A large pit of fire in its upper outlet gave hard times to the enemies and also helped in their progression. Chand Minar, Chini Mahal, and Baradari are three of the most popular and significant structures within the fort.

Location: MH SH 22, Daulatabad, Maharashtra 431002

Timings: 8 AM to 6 PM

Entry fee: Starts from INR 10

5 Chhatrapati Shivaji Museum

One of the best places to visit in Aurangabad is Chhatrapati Shivaji Museum which is dedicated to the fearless legendary Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji's life and contribution. The museum has 6 halls for exhibition where multiple historically significant things are on display.

Take a walk back into the history by browsing through various old war weapons, ancient rifles, sword shields and artifacts used to defeat the Mughals. The galleries also have several old pictures of the forts that Shivaji conquered and built during his lifetime.

Other attractions include Copy of holy Quran written by Aurangzeb, war suit dating back to 500 years, Paithani Saree which is 400 years old and so much more. A tour of this museum will educate you with the glorious past of the Marathas.

Location: Himayat Bagh, Aurangabad

Timings: 10 am to 6 pm

Entry fees: INR 50 per person

6 Jayakwadi Dam

Another not to miss Aurangabad places to visit is the fascinating Jayakwadi Dam. Known to be one of the largest irrigation dams in the entire of Maharashtra and one of the largest earthen dams in Asia, it contributes mainly to irrigation and other agricultural purposes in the Marathwada vicinity which is mainly a drought-prone area.

During your visit to Jayakwadi Dam, also visit the Jayakwadi Bird Sanctuary that comprises of 30 tiny islands formed by the Nath Sagar and serves as one of the major tourist places near Aurangabad.

Shallow water, favorable conditions and the availability of food make this sanctuary an ideal shelter for a large number of local and migratory birds. On a whole, it serves as an abode to more than 200 species of rare and exotic birds including cranes, flamingos, wigeons, brahminy and several others.

Location: North Jaikwadi Flyover, Sant Dynaneshwar Udyaan, Paithan, Maharashtra 431107

Timings: 10 AM to 6 PM

Entry fee: None.

7 Prozone Mall

Take a break from sightseeing? and visit this happening spot in Aurangabad to spend a memorable evening with your family. India's first horizontally built mall spread over the area of 20 acres, Prozone Mall is one of the best places to visit in Aurangabad.

Shop til you drop in this mall which offers you all the famous national and international brands to choose from. For foodies, there are plenty of restaurants and eateries to eat delicious delicacies. Or catch some entertainment by watching movies and play fun games which will definitely make your day.

Location: Chilkalthana, Aurangabad

Timings: 11:30 am to 9:30 pm

Entry fees: Free

8 Hazur Sahib Nanded

One amongst the five takhts in Sikhism, Hazur Sahib Nanded is considered as a holy place for the Sikhs and is thronged by a large number of devotees every year. Among all the pious places to visit near Aurangabad, this seat of temporal authority sits on the banks of the gurgling Godavari River in the Maharashtrian city called Nanded.

Built to commemorate the death of the Sikh leader Guru Gobind Sahib, the gurdwara was built during 1832 and 1837 by Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Visit this historic and religious place, discover and revisit the glorious history of the Sikhs! Among the many different Aurangabad places to visit, this is, in fact, the only place that will get you acquainted with the valorous tales of Guru Gobind Sahib.

Location: Gurudwara Rd, Sharda Nagar, Hyder Bagh, Dashmesh Nagar, Harsh Nagar, Nanded 431601

Timings: All day.

Entry fee: None.

9 H2O Water Park

H20 Water Park is the only waterpark in Aurangabad which spans across 14 acres of land. This park is covered with green vegetation and palm trees which add to the beauty of the park.

No matter what age you are, this park has everything for every age group - Swimming pools for kids as well as adults, rain dance floors, 40 feet drop slide, frog and crocodile rides, tube rides and whatnot.

There is a food court in the park where you can help yourself with yummy snacks and food. H2O Water Park remains open for all 365 days and is counted among one of the best Aurangabad tourist places.

Location: Daultabad, Aurangabad

Timings: 10 am to 6 pm

Entry fees: Starts from INR 250

10 Soneri Mahal

Soneri Mahal was built in 1651-53 AD, and is a testimony of the unique craftsmanship and Indian Architecture. Once, the interiors of the palace were adorned by gold paintings, that is why it was named Sunehri Haveli.

There are numerous carvings and decorations on the walls which give this Rajput style palace a unique touch. Now developed into a museum, made of limestone, this haveli exhibits rare collections of artefact, dresses, sculptures, pottery, paintings and whatnot.

A lush green garden around the Mahal enhances its beauty and splendor. This place is one of the best Aurangabad tourist places which one shouldn't miss out on their trip.

Location: Paharsingpura, Aurangabad

Timings: 9 am to 5 pm

Entry fees: INR 10 per person

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