Aurangabad Heritage Getaway
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Ellora Caves from a distance
Aurangabad, situated around 388 kms from Mumbai is well known for its medieval monuments and cultural heritage. The city is one of the most ancient towns in India and is a major tourist destination in India.
Aurangabad is most renowned for being the gateway to Ajanta (100+ kms) and Ellora (40 kms) , a set of world-renowned Caves with Buddhist heritage.
While in Aurangabad guests also visit heritage monuments of
# Bibi-ka-Makbara, which is a tomb with resemblance to the Taj Mahal, Agra
# Daulatabad fort – Ancient fort
# Panchakki or the Water Mill - Displays the scientific thought process put in medieval Indian architecture. The Water Mill is attached to a Dargah and was used to grind grain for the pilgrims and disciples of saints
Aurangabad is part of inbound circuit and therefore visited by guests from all over the world during Winter (Oct – March). Aurangabad is also a popular getaway with schools for educational trips and a driving getaway from Nashik / Pune / Mumbai and even Nagpur / Indore.
Stay Duration: 2-3 nights Seasonality: October to March
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