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Aurangabad
Aurangabad
situated in the northern part of Maharashtra is the largest city in the region.
As the name only suggests, it is named after Aurangzeb. The city has also got
the same splendour of Mughal architecture just like Delhi and Agra.
Aurangabad is famous for its Himroo Shawls, Mashru and Kimkhab weaves. There
is also a wide range of Bidri-ware, AGate stones, Paithani silk sarees and
decorative pieces. Aurangabad offers you accommodations which suit every budget.
The famous attractions of the city are Bibi Ka Maqbara an excellent e.g.
of Persian Architecture, Pan Cahkki or water mill. Aurangabad Caves display
the influence of Tantric Cult, Girishneshwar Temple is a fine e.g. Medieval
architecture and are among the twelve Jyotirlingas of India.
The most famous excursion to be taken from Aurangabad is that of Ajanta and
Ellora caves. Other excursions include Daulatabad situated on a Pyramid -shaped
hill, Khuldabad the burial place of Aurangzeb. This place is also famous for
the Bhadra Hanuman or Hanuman in sleeping posture. Pithalkokra are second
century caves which are 78 kms from Aurangabad. Paithan is famous for its
silk sarees with intricate zari boarders- Paithanis.
The temperature is moderate over here still the best time to visit this city
is between October to March.
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