Aurangabad is a city in Maharashtra state, in India. It’s known for the 17th-century marble Bibi ka Maqbara shrine, styled on the Taj Mahal. The nearby Shivaji Maharaj Museum, dedicated to the Maratha king Shivaji, displays war weapons and a coin collection. North of the city, the Aurangabad Caves comprise ancient, rock-cut Buddhist shrines. West of the city, battlements surround the medieval Daulatabad Fort.
North west of Aurangabad are the Ellora Caves, around 1,500 years old, with Buddhist, Jain and Hindu cave temples said to indicate local religious harmony. Nearby is Grishneshwar Mandir, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, with intricate architectural details. In the northeast, the Ajanta Caves feature scenes from the life of Buddha depicted in paintings and rock carvings, some dating back more than 2,000 years. South of the city, Jayakwadi Bird Sanctuary is a haven for migratory species including glossy ibises and flamingos, plus cranes that flock to the adjacent Nath Sagar lake.
Major Attractions : Bibi ka Maqbara / Aurangabad Caves/ Panchakki/Siddharth Garden and Zoo
When to visit
Aurangabad has a warm climate year-round, with the hottest weather Mar–May. Temperatures fall slightly during monsoon season (Jun–Sep). Winter (Dec–Feb) has the least rainfall. A common time to visit the Jayakwadi Bird Sanctuary is Oct–Mar.
