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Ajanta Caves

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Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Cave

The Ajanta Caves showcase the Buddhist stories of the period between 200 B.C. and 650 A.D. This group of caves was discovered by few British Officers, who went for a tiger hunt in the site. There are 29 caves in Ajanta, constructed by some Buddhist monks, using tools like chisel and... Read More »

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Bibi Ka Maqbara

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Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Monument
Entry: Paid

The Bibi ka Maqbara, the sole illustration of the Mughal architecture in the Deccan Plateau was built in the model of Taj Mahal. The creator of this tomb was the son of Aurangzeb, who built it to pay homage to his mother Begum Rabia Durani. Timing: Sunrise to 10:00 pm Admission fees:... Read More »

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Jama Masjid

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Ranked 3 of 17
Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Mosque

The Jama Masjid can be found near the Killa Arrak. Five rows of ten polygonal pillars are connected by a system of arches. This separates the building into twenty-seven equal compartments. Each of these compartments is covered by a small dome-shaped vault bearing exquisitely simple designs. Five... Read More »

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The Ellora Caves

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Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Cave

The Ellora Caves were built during the period of 350 AD to 700 AD. It presents structures with the three faiths of Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. The 34 caves of Ellora are situated at a distance of 29 km from Aurangabad. The interiors of these cave temples are rich in facades and sculptures.... Read More »

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Daulatabad Fort

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Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Fort
Entry: Paid

Daulatabad, formerly known as Devgiri, is located 13 km from Aurangabad. Also known as the city of fortune, it features a 12th century fortress located at the top of a hill. The fortress displays a strong wall of 5 km and a series of ramparts. Admission fees: Rs. 10 Read More »

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Aurangabad Caves

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Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Cave
Entry: Paid

The Aurangabad Caves were crafted from soft rock during the 6th and 7th century. These ten caves are separated into two different locations, the Western Group Caves and Eastern Group Caves, which are located 1 km apart. The imagery is crafted by Tantric Hinduism. These caves sport a variety of... Read More »

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Bani Begum Garden

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Ranked 7 of 17
Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Garden
Entry: Paid

Bani Begum Garden is a panoramic garden located 24 km from Aurangabad. The garden is known for its lush green surroundings and comfortable atmosphere. The garden got its name from the tomb of Bani Begum, wife of Aurangzeb's son, which is found in middle of this garden. Fountains, fluted pillars... Read More »

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Siddharth Garden

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Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Garden
Entry: Paid

Siddharth garden is a landscaped garden, featuring variety of shrubs and trees. The garden also has a small aquarium, though the major attraction of the tourist is the Siddharth Garden Zoo. The zoo is the abode of a number of wild animals like tigers, lions, leopards, Civet cats, snakes... Read More »

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Ghrishneshwar temple

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Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Temple

Ghrishneshwar temple is a 18th century architecture located a kilometre away from the Ellora Caves and lies at a distance of 30 km from the city of Aurangabad. This temple is considered as a major one of the five sites of Jyotirlinga located in Maharashtra, the worshipping place of Lord Shiva.... Read More »

Shah Ganj Masjid

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Ranked 10 of 17
Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Mosque

The Shah Ganj Masjid is one of the most stunning structures seen in all of India with its amazing architectural style of the Indo-Saracen. The mosque is seated on an elevated platform with shops on three of its outer sides. The fourth side is open and can be climbed via a flight of stairs. It has... Read More »

Dargah of Pir Ismail

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Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Dargah

The Dargah of Pir Ismail is a memorial to Prince Aurangzeb's tutor, Pir Ismail. The garden in the Dargah consists of many destroyed water tanks and fountains. The gate is regal in its form and it has a large pointed archway, which forms a sort of portico. The original entrance is through a small... Read More »

Damri Mahal

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Ranked 12 of 17
Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Heritage

The Revenue Office building formally known as the Damri Mahal was built after the completion of the "Barra Darri". The building was constructed by insisting on a donation of a damri, which is equivalent to a quarter of a dub. All the laborers employed there were required to provide a... Read More »

Sunheri Mahal

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Ranked 13 of 17
Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Palace
Entry: Paid

This is an ancient historic monument, now transformed into a museum. Its collection includes age-old Indian pottery, ruins of regional palaces, antiques, coins, paintings and old dresses of regular use found in the excavation of Bhokardan, a close by historic site. The museum also... Read More »

Purwar Museum

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Ranked 14 of 17
Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Museum
Entry: Paid

The Purwar Museum, located on Safara Road, is a small museum that is housed in an awesome old haveli. The museum hosts exquisite collections gifted from a retired doctor. The personal collections of Doctor Purwar have been on display since 1970. Within the museum is a 500-year-old chain maul... Read More »

Killa Arak

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Ranked 15 of 17
Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Palace

In 1692, Aurangzeb ordered a palace to be built. This palace became known as the Killa Arak. The palace has not survived in its original form leaving only ruins, and these can be found from Delhi to Mecca gate. The Killa Arak had four entrances and a Nakarkhana for musicians. The Dabar hall and... Read More »

Chatrapati Shivaji Museum

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Ranked 16 of 17
Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Museum
Entry: Paid

This museum is devoted to Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaja, showcasing collections related to Lord Shivaji. It is on the way to the Ajanta caves from Aurangabad. Admission fees: For Indian Citizens Rs 5 and for Foreigners Rs. 100 Timing: 10:30 am to 1:30 pm and 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm (Mondays... Read More »

Jaikwadi Dam over River Godawari

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Ranked 17 of 17
Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Type: Dam

The Jaikwadi Dam is built in Paithan, an age-old taluka town, located just 56 km to the south of the city of Aurangabad. The dam area is very popular to bird watchers. Another attraction of Paithan is the Dnyaneshwar Udyan, considered as the largest garden in Maharashtra, planned on the model of... Read More »

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List of best place to see in Aurangabad and Photos of Tourist Attractions in Aurangabad.Ajanta Caves, Bibi Ka Maqbara, Jama Masjid, The Ellora Caves, Daulatabad Fort, Aurangabad Caves, Bani Begum Garden, Siddharth Garden, Ghrishneshwar temple, Shah Ganj Masjid, Dargah of Pir Ismail, Damri Mahal, Sunheri Mahal, Purwar Museum, Killa Arak, Chatrapati Shivaji Museum, Jaikwadi Dam over River Godawari.