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Aurangabad
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  • Internet Availability:Good
  • STD Code:0240
  • Languages Spoken:Marathi, Urdu and Hindi
  • Major Festivals:Ellora-Ajanta Festival
  • Notes/Tips:None

Aurangabad Overview

  • Ideal Trip Duration: 1 Night 2 Days
  • Nearest City Aurangabad: Nashik
  • Best Time to Visit Aurangabad: October to February
  • Peak Season: November to March
  • Weather Info: Moderate
  • State: Maharashtra

The government of Maharashtra named Aurangabad the Tourism Capital of Maharashtra in 2010. It is a well-liked tourist destination thanks to its many interesting places to visit in Aurangabad and the variety of sights it offers. It was the capital of the Mughal Empire for a long time in the 1600s, which is where the city gets its name.

What is the famous of Aurangabad?

The town becomes everyone' base in traveling to the famous Ajanta and Ellora caves. They also visit the impregnable Daulatabad Fort and the stunning Mausoleums of Aurangzeb. Bibi-Ka-Maqbara and Grishneshwar Temple, one of the 12 Shiva Jyotirlingas in India, also make other attractions.

It's a great place to go on vacation because it has UNESCO World Heritage Sites. There are also busy shops there that sell fine silk goods and lovely clothes that are made by hand. A lot of people choose Aurangabad tour packages to learn about the city's history. There are also more factories and better roads in the town. It still has a lot of its old glory, beauty, traditions, and customs.

History

Prime Minister Malik Ambar was a Muslim from the Muslim state of Ahmednagar. He established the Indian city of Aurangabad in 1610. In 1626, he renamed the town Fatehpur after he had constructed it. In the 14th century, Mohammad Bin Tughlaq tried to relocate his capital to Fatehpur due to its strategic location.

Aurangzeb used Aurangabad to defeat Shivaji's rising power. The Nizam of Hyderabad took over the city after his death in 1707. He maintained its power until it was amalgamated with Maharashtra in 1956. The city's strategic location and strategic location made it a haven for Afghan and Central Asian raiders.

The best time to visit

From November through February, when temperatures are cooler, it is ideal for a vacation to Aurangabad. The winters are pleasant, with clear clouds and cold weather, making them a great time to go on vacation. Since most of the city's tourist spots are outside, it's best to avoid going during the monsoons, which makes it hard to see things.

Aurangabad tourist places

A lot of people come from all over the country to visit Aurangabad's vacation spots because of their history and beauty. The Ellora Caves, Bibi Ka Maqbara, Daulatabad Fort, Lonar Crater Lake, Pitalkhora Caves, Siddharth Garden, Shivaji Maharaj Museum, Goga Baba Hill, Sunheri Mahal, Gul Mandi, Bani Begum Garden, and many more are some of the places that you can visit there.

What is the current name of Aurangabad?

The new name for Aurangabad in Maharashtra, India, is Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Ministry of Home Affairs and Maharashtra government officials both gave their approval for this modification. It was first decided in June 2022 to change the name of Aurangabad to Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

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Top 4 Places to Visit in Aurangabad

Aurangabad Caves Historical & Heritage
Aurangabad Caves

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Bibi Ka Maqbara Historical & Heritage
Bibi Ka Maqbara

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Daulatabad Fort Historical & Heritage
Daulatabad Fort

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Panchakki city
Panchakki

Panchakki is a 17th-century water mill complex in Aurangabad that is close to Bibi ka...

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